Best The 3 Retro Movie Geeks Podcasts (2025)

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'Save the Clock Tower' Runs the London Marathon 2025 10:14

9d ago10:14

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In this exciting bonus episode, we’re stepping away from our usual movie discussions for something completely unexpected, my journey to the 2025 London Marathon! But here’s the catch — I have no idea what this episode is about! Rob has put this surprise episode together for me, and I’m just as curious as you to see what they’ve come up with! Rob wi…

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Story Secrets - The Story Magic Behind My Book 21:16

2h ago21:16

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At the start of this year, I took a crazy leap: I began writing my first fantasy novel. I was scared — but some friendly fantasy writers encouraged me to just start writing, no matter how imperfect it would be. And wow, has it been a ride. Set in early medieval Ireland, my story asks: 👉 What if the miracles attributed to saints actually happened — …

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Story Secrets - Did Twisters Blow Me Away? (Spoiler: Nope) 12:01

1d ago12:01

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I finally watched Twisters, the sequel to one of my guilty pleasures: the 90s classic Twister. And honestly? It left me feeling... underwhelmed. Just like the original, Twisters is a popcorn blockbuster full of tornado chases, cheesy accents, and implausible survival scenes. But while the first movie had this raw, thrilling energy (and that unforge…

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Story Secrets - Sacrifices That Break the Soul (Andor Season 2, Episode 3) 21:40

2d ago21:40

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By Fr. Roderick Vonhögen

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Story Secrets - When Star Wars Becomes Uncomfortably Real (Andor Season 2, Episode 2) 15:49

3d ago15:49

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There’s this one scene in Andor Season 2, Episode 2 that made me laugh out loud… and then immediately feel bad for laughing. It’s the moment when Cyril Karn, overwhelmed by his controlling mother, just collapses face down on the bed. Total shutdown. And yes—it has already become a meme. But what makes this scene so brilliant (and relatable) is what…

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Story Secrets - Why This Star Wars Story Hits Harder Than Ever: (Andor Season 2, Episode 1) 15:55

4d ago15:55

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The first three episodes of Andor Season 2 are out—and wow, they remind me why this show might just be the best Star Wars we’ve ever had on TV. What makes Andor stand out? It dares to slow down. It gives space for moments to breathe, for conversations to land, and for emotions to feel real—not rushed like in some of the movies. This season jumps fo…

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Episode #220: Smell This Podcast 1:46:29

14d ago1:46:29

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Send us a text We all know this to be true whether we realize it consciously, or not: our sense of smell is the one of the core five most closely tied to our memory. If we pick up a particularly evocative scent (especially if it's been awhile), we're immediately transported to the last time we detected it. The reasons for this are complex biologica…

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Episode 36: The Outsiders (1983) 56:03

15d ago56:03

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🎙️ The Outsiders – A Timeless Tale of Friendship and Rivalry! This week, we’re diving into the powerful world of The Outsiders (1983), the beloved film based on S.E. Hinton’s novel that captured the hearts of a generation. Join us as we revisit the iconic story of the Greasers and Socs, two rival groups of teenagers struggling with class divisions,…

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Adventures Assemble Episode 4: The Final Countdown Before Japan! 20:53

16d ago20:53

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In this episode, I’m just 48 hours away from getting on a plane to Japan—and I’m feeling a wild mix of excitement and nerves! I break down my full itinerary, from Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo to day trips out of Osaka, a visit to Hiroshima, and wrapping it all up in Kanazawa. I’ve got my ticket, passport, money, and smartphone—everything else I’l…

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DAREDEVIL: Born Again - EPISODE 4, 5, 6 REVIEW AND BREAKDOWN 36:11

21d ago36:11

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DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN - EPISODE 3 REVIEW AND BREAKDOWN 24:26

21d ago24:26

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Daredevil: Born Again - Episodes 1 & 2 Breakdown 38:37

21d ago38:37

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The Geekz Discuss Episodes 1 and 2 of Daredevil: Born Again

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Episode #219: A Podcast In Time Saves Nine 1:55:08

21d ago1:55:08

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Send us a text English is a bizarre language; a savory stew of compound words, random spellings, garbled grammar and even terms borrowed from other tongues. But perhaps no aspect of English is odder than the idiom. In essence, an idiom is a universally understood phrase that refers to something else, often using language entirely unrelated to the t…

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Adventures Assemble Episode 3: Two Weeks to Go—Planning, Panels, and Panic! 18:33

22d ago18:33

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It’s officially happening—I'm just two weeks away from heading to Japan for Star Wars Celebration 2025! In this episode, I talk through everything I’ve got planned so far (and everything I still need to figure out). From panel reservations that didn’t go my way to plotting late-night food tours in Tokyo, the itinerary is finally starting to come to…

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Story Secrets - What The Predator Gets Wrong About Autism 15:28

25d ago15:28

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The other day I watched The Predator—not the classic one with Schwarzenegger, but the confusing 2018 sequel that somehow ended up in my Netflix queue. The film tries to tackle neurodiversity, with a young autistic boy at the heart of the story. Tries... and mostly fails. The kid is smart, often overwhelmed, and largely misunderstood by the adults a…

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Three Weeks to Tokyo: Star Wars Celebration 2025 Plans and Panic 28:44

28d ago28:44

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Description: In this second episode of Adventures Assemble, I’m just three weeks away from boarding a plane to Tokyo for Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025—and wow, there’s still a LOT to figure out. Join me as I talk through the panel reservation madness, what’s been announced so far, and my thoughts on all things Star Wars—from the original trilogy…

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Episode #218: The Great Muppet Recast 1:45:37

28d ago1:45:37

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Send us a text Couple of heavy topics the last few weeks, huh? Well, as promised, Saint and Jim keep things a little bit lighter this week by playing one of the internet's favorite games. And it's a two-parter: 1.) Keep one human actor, and recast the rest of the movie with Muppets, or... 2.) Replace one human actor with a muppet, and keep the rest…

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Adventures Assemble Begins: Star Wars, Japan, and Controlled Chaos 25:52

1M ago25:52

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Welcome to the very first episode of Adventures Assemble! I’m Ryan Hecht, and I’m heading to Japan for Star Wars Celebration 2025—and no, I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing. This podcast isn’t a polished guide from a seasoned world traveler—it’s a real-time journey from someone figuring it out as he goes. In this episode, I introduce the show…

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Episode 35: Beverly Hills Cop (1984) 1:13:58

1M ago1:13:58

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🎙️ New Episode: Beverly Hills Cop – Eddie Murphy’s Ultimate ’80s Action Comedy! 🔥😂 This week, we’re heading to sunny California to revisit one of the most iconic action-comedies of all time—Beverly Hills Cop (1984)! Starring the legendary Eddie Murphy as the wise-cracking, fast-talking Detroit cop Axel Foley, this film redefined the action genre wi…

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Episode #218: You Can't Go Back There 1:43:56

1M ago1:43:56

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Send us a text Nostalgia is a funny thing sometimes. If we get the idea to re-read our favorite book, re-play a beloved video game, or re-watch our comfort movie, we can usually manage that. But what if the thing you want to revisit is a place...and it doesn't exist anymore? What if you want to, say, browse the shelves at Blockbuster? Dig into some…

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Story Secrets - Why I'm Publishing My Book One Chapter at a Time 18:42

1M ago18:42

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At the end of the first quarter of 2025, I'm ready to take the next step in my creative journey. For the past three months, I’ve been working hard on writing a fantasy novel – a project I’ve dreamed about for years but never dared to start. It’s been tough, but also incredibly rewarding. The truth is, writing can be a lonely process. I spend hours …

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Story Secrets - What Went Wrong with Your Favorite Movies 17:13

1M ago17:13

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Have you ever wondered why some of your favorite movies feel so authentic, even when you know it’s all make-believe? Take Titanic, for example. Part of what made the acting feel so real was the genuine fear of the actors and extras filming scenes in massive water tanks, with entire sections of the ship tilting and throwing them into the water. Talk…

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Story Secrets - Shadowlands: C.S. Lewis's Love and Loss 19:38

1M ago19:38

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Here on the Story Secrets podcast, I’ve reviewed movies, TV shows, books, and even video games. But this time, I’m diving into something I’ve never talked about before: a theatre play. And not just any play, but Shadowlands by William Nicholson. You might know this story from the movie adaptation starring Anthony Hopkins, but I haven’t seen the mov…

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Story Secrets - A Spooky Adventure with Heart: City of Ghosts Review 17:21

1M ago17:21

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What if you could actually talk to ghosts? Not just in some spooky, fake haunted house on a Halloween night, but for real—crossing over into the world of spirits, building friendships with the dead? That’s the brilliant premise of City of Ghosts by Victoria Schwab. And it’s more than just a cool ghost story; it’s a story about identity, friendship,…

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Story Secrets - My Mind-Blowing VR Adventure in Assassin’s Creed Nexus 29:14

1M ago29:14

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Yesterday, I experienced something truly amazing. I played the first stage of a VR game on my Quest 3, based on the legendary gaming franchise Assassin’s Creed. Now, I’ve played parts of previous games, but this was something else entirely. This was the first VR version of the game, called Assassin’s Creed Nexus, and it completely blew my mind. The…

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Episode #217: Trilogy of Fail Volume 3 — Tech Turkeys 1:49:35

1M ago1:49:35

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Send us a text In the third and final installment of the Trilogy of Fail mini-series, Saint and Jim take a look at technological fails. These are hyped, touted and in some cases even anticipated tech products; products that were conceived, researched, prototyped, produced, marketed and sold...but that nonetheless made about as much impact as a wet …

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Story Secrets - The Mind-Blowing Finale of Severance Season 2 11:27

1M ago11:27

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Wow. The Season 2 finale of Severance was nothing short of brilliant. Apple TV+ has done it again, delivering a masterpiece that feels like the best thing since Lost. But unlike many mystery-box shows, Severance gives you answers while keeping you hooked with even more questions. At the heart of this show is the creepy and mysterious Lumon corporat…

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Story Secrets - The Pit: The Grittiest Medical Drama Since ER 10:31

1M ago10:31

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If you were addicted to ER back in the day like I was, you might want to check out The Pit. It’s a new medical drama starring Noah Wyle (Dr. Carter from ER), and it has that same chaotic, high-intensity energy—but with a much darker, grittier edge. Set in the emergency room of a major city hospital—nicknamed The Pit because it feels like a war zone…

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Story Secrets - Wheel of Time Season 3 10:09

1M ago10:09

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Have you seen the first episode of Wheel of Time Season 3? Amazon dropped three episodes at once, and I’ve watched the first one—and wow, they have seriously stepped up their game. For those unfamiliar, Wheel of Time is one of the most famous fantasy book series out there. Robert Jordan started it, crafting an epic world where history repeats itsel…

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Episode 34: Field of Dreams (1989) 56:50

1M ago56:50

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🎙️ New Episode: Field of Dreams – If You Build It, They Will Come ⚾✨ This week, we’re stepping onto the diamond and diving deep into one of the most heartfelt and magical sports films of all time—Field of Dreams (1989). Starring Kevin Costner as Ray Kinsella, this film is more than just baseball; it’s about faith, redemption, and the unbreakable bo…

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Story Secrets - Why Adolescence is the Best Netflix Series You’re Not Watching 7:04

2M ago7:04

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There’s a new series on Netflix that’s suddenly blowing up, even though it wasn’t really advertised. No big promotional campaign, no flashy trailers—just word of mouth making it explode in popularity. And after watching the first episode, I totally get why. It’s called Adolescence, and at first glance, it sounds like a typical crime drama. A 15-yea…

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Story Secrets - The True Story of St. Patrick 5:03

2M ago5:03

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Most of what people think they know about St. Patrick isn’t actually true. He wasn’t Irish. He probably didn’t chase snakes out of Ireland. And he definitely didn’t invent green beer (sorry, folks). But here’s something even more surprising: we have a firsthand account of his life, written by St. Patrick himself. It's called The Confessio, and it’s…

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Story Secrets - Warrior Cats: Into the Wild Review (Spoilers) 15:32

2M ago15:32

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Okay, confession time. I did not expect to get emotionally invested in a book about warrior cats. But Into the Wild pulled me in fast. At first, I thought, "Oh, this will be a fun, light read." And then suddenly, I was knee-deep in clan politics, betrayals, and existential questions about loyalty. This book is way smarter than it looks. And today, …

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Story Secrets - How I Fell in Love with Reading Again 16:02

2M ago16:02

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I was a library kid. My happy place was a quiet corner, surrounded by books, far from the constant noise of home—my dad’s bagpipes, my brother’s piano practice, and the general chaos of family life. Yet despite my love for books, there was a long period when I barely read at all. What happened? School. In the Netherlands, we were forced to read “re…

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Episode #216: Trilogy of Fail Volume 2 — Digital Duds 1:34:28

2M ago1:34:28

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Send us a text Following their initial installment in this mini-series (famous film failures), Saint and Jim are moving on to the next step. Namely, legendary flops from the world of interactive entertainment. According to Wikipedia, 10% of published video games generated 90% of the industry's revenue. Meaning that for every one game that's a succe…

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Story Secrets - Severance Is 'Lost' for the Streaming Generation 15:42

2M ago15:42

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I can’t stop talking about Severance. It’s rare for a show to capture my imagination the way this one does. Every episode is like a puzzle piece, and the internet is buzzing with speculation, theories, and analysis. It reminds me of the Lost era when fans would dissect every frame for hidden clues. What makes Severance so special? A Thriving Fan Co…

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Story Secrets - The Magic of Star Wars Toys 15:11

2M ago15:11

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If you grew up with Star Wars, you probably had that one toy that defined your childhood. Maybe it was a lightsaber, an action figure, or a model of the Millennium Falcon. For me, those early Star Wars toys were more than just collectibles—they were how we kept the magic alive between movies. Back then, you couldn’t just rewatch Star Wars whenever …

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Story Secrets - The Role of Providence in The Hobbit 13:29

2M ago13:29

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Over the weekend, I dived into a fascinating series of lectures on The Hobbit by Joseph Pearce. If you're not familiar with his work, he's written extensively about the deeper layers of Tolkien's stories, especially their Catholic themes. But this lecture series really opened my eyes to something I hadn’t fully appreciated before: the role of grace…

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Episode #215: Trilogy of Fail Volume 1 — Film Flops 1:57:27

2M ago1:57:27

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Send us a text Today begins a triptych of episodes Saint and Jim are affectionately referring to as the "Trilogy of Fail." Because — lets face it — while nobody in entertainment ever sets OUT to make a turkey, sometimes it happens anyway. And since more than a few movies have fallen flat on their celluloid faces lately, they're gonna start with mov…

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Story Secrets - The Irish Saint Who Inspired Tolkien and C.S. Lewis 20:41

2M ago20:41

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Did you know that an Irish saint from the early Middle Ages helped inspire both J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis? His name was St. Brendan the Navigator, and his legendary voyage to a mysterious land echoes through some of the greatest fantasy stories ever written. I’ve been diving deep into early medieval Irish history while writing my own fantasy no…

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Story Secrets - The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue – A Deal with the Devil, But at What Cost? 15:57

2M ago15:57

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The idea of making a deal with the devil has been explored in countless stories, but The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by Victoria Schwab does something truly unique with it. This book surprised me—in the best way possible. The story follows Addie, a young woman in 1714 France who, in a desperate moment, makes a bargain with a mysterious figure nam…

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Story Secrets - The Lazarus Project: A Time Travel Story That Makes You Think 12:42

2M ago12:42

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What if there was a global reset button for time? A way to roll back history whenever humanity faced disaster—whether it be a world war, a pandemic, or some other catastrophe? That’s the premise of The Lazarus Project, a sci-fi series I recently started watching, and let me tell you—it’s fascinating. The story follows George, an ordinary guy who su…

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THE GEEKZ: MOVIE NEWS,TV NEWS AND RETRO TOY REVIEW M.A.S.K 1:48:19

2M ago1:48:19

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HIS WEEK THE GEEKZ BREAKDOWN ALL THE LATEST MOVIE AND TV NEWS AND ALSO A BONUS RETRO TOY REVIEW KENNER M.A.S.K TOY AND CARTOON LINE. #MARVEL#TV#MOVIES#THEGORGE#APPLTV

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Story Secrets - Is Assassin’s Apprentice Worth the Hype? 31:42

2M ago31:42

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I finally read Assassin’s Apprentice by Robin Hobb—the book that everyone on BookTok and BookTube seems to love. And I went in with high expectations. A fantasy classic? Deep characters? A compelling story? Count me in. And then… well, let’s just say my experience was very different from the glowing reviews I had read. Here’s the gist: The story fo…

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Story Secrets - Andor Isn’t Just a Star Wars Show—It’s a Warning 21:20

2M ago21:20

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The trailer for Andor Season 2 just dropped, and wow—it reminded me why this series is one of the best things to come out of Star Wars in years. And no, it’s not just because of the gritty storytelling or the fantastic cinematography. It’s because Andor is about something bigger than a galaxy far, far away. At its core, Star Wars has always been ab…

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Episode 33: Rocky 4 (1985) 1:21:31

2M ago1:21:31

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🎙️ New Episode: Rocky IV – The Ultimate ’80s Showdown! 🥊🔥 This week, we’re stepping into the ring to break down one of the most adrenaline-fueled sequels of all time—Rocky IV! Sylvester Stallone’s 1985 classic took the franchise to new heights with a Cold War-era battle between Rocky Balboa and the towering Soviet powerhouse, Ivan Drago, played by …

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Episode #214: Brewster's Millions Revisited 1:52:57

2M ago1:52:57

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Send us a text It may not have been a "Goonies" or "Ghostbusters"-level cultural touchstone of the time, but the Richard Pryor/John Candy flick "Brewster's Millions" is still a beloved '80s movie many of us remember with serious fondness. The plot was the sort of Reagan-era contrivance that could only have flown in the "Greed is good" decade: Pryor…

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CAPTAIN AMERICA BRAVE NEW WORLD 52:16

2M ago52:16

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The Geekz review the new Captain America movie. Did it deserve all the hate it had been receiving? Will some of the geekz change their initial review by the end of our discussion? Can Sam Wilson lead the Avengers? Why did they make some of the choices they did? Well, I don't think we answer all these questions, but we do have fun discussing the mov…

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Episode #213: You Can Quote Me On That 1:51:02

2M ago1:51:02

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Send us a text "We're gonna need a bigger boat." "There's no place like home." "Inconceivable!" The classic movie, TV or video game quote serves a very important purpose: it's a clearly defined, self-contained, and universally understood reference to a well-written piece of entertainment that can apply to any number of life situations. When well-pl…

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Story Secrets - "Dungeons & Dragons inspired my book" 19:23

2M ago19:23

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What if the color of your eyes determined your entire life? That’s the premise behind Gaby Raaijmakers’ fantasy trilogy, where eye color dictates everything—your job, your social class, even your future. Born with blue eyes? You’re a servant. Golden eyes? You’re royalty. Black eyes? A thief. And what happens if you refuse to accept the role society…

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