In this episode of So You Want To Be A Geek, we dive deep into the world of GODZILLA and the legendary Kaiju genre — from the original 1954 Gojira to modern masterpieces like Shin Godzilla and Godzilla Minus One.
We break down:
Why Godzilla became a global icon
The origins of kaiju mythology
How monster cinema evolved over 70 years
Practical effects vs CGI
Why fandom around kaiju is stronger than ever
The impact of Toho Studios, Legendary Pictures, and the MonsterVerse
What makes giant monsters so compelling to creators and fans
Whether you're a lifelong Godzilla fan, a newcomer to kaiju culture, or a creator who loves special effects, film history, or Japanese cinema — this episode is PACKED with geeky goodness.

Hosted by Michael Cannetti

So You Want To Be A Geek — where passion meets fandom.

What You’ll Learn:
The philosophy behind Godzilla as an anti-war metaphor
The evolution of suitmation and special effects
How kaiju shaped anime, comics, and gaming
Godzilla vs Kong and the modern MonsterVerse
Why fans connect emotionally with giant monsters

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Dive into the geeky world of Podcasting with us on this episode of So You Want To Be A Geek.

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