Geekdown Podcast

Episode 319: Back Like We Left Something

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000

It's Fan Expo Weekend and The Acolyte got canceled, so Jord and Cait reconvened in the Polly Pocket, turned on the mics and caught each other up on what they've been checking out for the last eighteen months. Babies! Japan! The fluffiest takes and more in this very special, not-one-time-only engagement. Even when we take a break, we're still on Twiiter! twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to say thanks, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 318: Hiatus Hodgepodge (Side-Sidebar)

Mon, 01 May 2023 22:25:38 +0000

A freewheeling, format-free chat as Jordan and Caitlin consider six years of the Geekdown Podcast, before Cait temporarily steps away from one bizarre adventure to embark on another one. New episodes may not come for a while, but we're still on Twitter (for now), which is currently the best place for updates on how the brand might change in the months ahead: twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to say thanks, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 317: Austenland

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 23:19:42 +0000

For what could be her final chance to make Jordan watch something he never would otherwise, Cait made the most of it and brought in the cinematic love letter to Regency romance, Austenland. Jordan was diplomatic, for her sake. Also this ep! The return of Clone High gives us faith in the future, Din and Groges finally get the eff off of Mandalore, and all the anime Jordan's been mainlining to make the elliptical bearable. Even when we take a break, we're still on Twiiter! twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to say thanks, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 316: Golden Rage

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 14:45:42 +0000

This week on the show, we look a Golden Rage, the dystopian graphic novel from Image Comics that purports to be Battle Royale meets The Golden Girls. May have been a bold statement! We'll get into it. Also this week, important life news and updates on the future of the pod. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 315: Heels

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 17:19:53 +0000

We don't know how it took us this long, but we finally check out Heels, the family drama set in the world of indy wrestling from the creator of the Loki series. Staying with wrestling, we also chat about the WWE sale and Vince McMahon sowing chaos backstage at TV this week, as well as break down the handful of things we care about from the Star Wars Celebration. We also talk about Mando, Yellowjackets, and trashy gacha games. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 314: Redline

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 22:26:55 +0000

Wrapping March Madness in April as only we can, Jord and Cait talk about the 2009 Madhouse film Redline and the unique frustrations of anime endings. We also remember Ryuichi Sakamoto, talk Wrrestlemania, Disney embarassing DeSantis and everything we’ve checked out including the Dungeons & Dragons film, The Mandalorian, Yellowjackets and more. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 313: All the Space Jams

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 21:09:12 +0000

Back like what we left something, your new BFFs reassemble at the satellite branch to continue Mad March by Space Jamming their way through both the 1996 original and its 2021 sucessor. We also talk men’s ability to ruin literally everything, a couple DC notes and The Mandalorian continues to baffle us. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 312: Top Gun Maverick

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 22:28:54 +0000

A Caitlin MacKinnon original, March Madness kicks off with one of last year's highest grossing films, Top Gun Maverick, and a chat about how aging franchises can move into the current day. Also, the Anime Awards, Cait's got opinions, Mando back and needs a bath, the OG Tappy Tap game closes shop and more. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 311: RRR

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 23:57:34 +0000

This week Jordan insists Caitlin watch the global hit logging almost 50 million hours streamed on Netflix, the audacious action epic RRR. Did if win her heart like it won his? Answers await. We also touch catch up from our week off, the Netflix hammer drops on Jordan, Cait gets her wrasslin catchup, and updates on everything we’re watching and want to watch, including Top Gun Maverick, more Poker Face and Shrinking, and more. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 310: Shrinking

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:34:02 +0000

Audio sounds a little rough this week, friends, apologies in advance. This week on the show Jord and Cait take a look at another offering from AppleTV, the dramatic comedy “Shrinking,” from Jason Segel and the creator of Cougar Town. Were we prepared for the feels? Answers await. Also this week! Michael Keaton as Batman gets us to abandon our principles, we remember Dave from De La Soul and updates on all we’ve been checking out including Cait’s book club, Marc Maron’s latest hour, the fall of HQ trivia and more. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 309: Poker Face

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 22:25:17 +0000

This week on the pod, one of those rare shows seemingly concocted in a lab for us, "Poker Face," the mystery-of-the-week throwback from Rian Johnson and Natasaha Lyonne. Did it live up to our hopes? We shall see. Also this ep! Netflix drops the hammer on password sharing (then promptly picks it back up), we discuss how in or out we are on the announced slate of DC projects coming under the James Gunn regime, plus updates on everything we've been checking out including Vera, Maison Ikkoku, Youtube DJ sets and more. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 308: Trigun Stampede

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 02:09:10 +0000

This week Jord and Cait check out the contemporary remake of another pillar of 90s anime, especially for Western fans: the story of the $$60B Man, Trigun Stampede. We also break down the Shakespearean Bloodline Saga that came to a head at last weekend's Royal Rumble (22:11) before getting into updates including Vox Machina and You People (39:30) and conluding with another chat about Severance, having finished off the season (51:45) Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 307: Severance

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 22:27:49 +0000

This week Jord and Cait check out one they missed from last year, the workplace psychological thriller Severance. They also take a wide view at Netflix's recent content decisions, Jordan celebrates De La Soul coming to streaming, Caitlin celebrates something entirely different, and updates to what we've been checking out including The Makanai, Junji Ito:Maniac, cable television and more. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 306: MSG The Witch From Mercury

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 20:28:43 +0000

After last week's finale Jordan couldn't hold back anymore and demands Caitlin get caught up on one of our most-loved anime from Fall '22, Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury. Is Cait fully on board for giant robot duels and capitalist intrigue? We shall see. Also this week! Two major stories from our respective areas of interest, Jordan's visits to the gym are already interesting and updates on what we've been checking for including The Bad Batch, Miss Marple, Perfume's 2022 concert film, Another Eden on iOS and more! Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 305: Knives Out (and Glass Onion)

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 18:16:12 +0000

Back from our holiday break with a look at Rian Johnson's modern mystery franchise, focusing on Knives Out with a look at Glass Onion as well. Also this ep! The Rock takes a rare L, Jordan rides the Doomtrain, and updates on everything we checked out including The Banshees of Innisherin, Matilda the Musical and more. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 304: Wrapping Up 2022

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 00:00:10 +0000

Since Caitlin hates Chevy Chase we're doing our annual roundup of the best and worst things we checked out in what proved to be a very, very good year for film and television. We also talk about the magic and madness of the season, the Washed Gamer makes his longawaited return, and then we open some presents. Have a safe and happy holiday, everyone! We'll be back with you in the new year. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 303: Mrs. Santa Claus

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 01:02:01 +0000

The festive season continues with a rarity featuring one of the icons of this podcast, Mrs Santa Claus starring Angela Lansbury. We also chat about the scuttlebutt coming out of the DCU, take a brief hater break and give updates on everything we've been checking out including WIllow, Perfume's instagram accounts, the Hip Hop Nutcracker and more. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to salute our arbitrary numerical achievement, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 302: Falling for Christmas

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 21:38:40 +0000

We've crawled out of Crapathon ready to bundle up under the blankets with a cup of cocoa and get into all the festive fare that our favourite streaming providers have on offer. First up: the Lindsay Lohan comeback vehicle 'Falling for Christmas,' a movie that looks at all the tropes of made-for-tv holiday movies and says 'yes.' Also this episode: Vash the Stampede returns, what feels like an emerging seiyuu crisis, Dungeons & Dragons makes questionable decisions and updates to all we've been watching including Wednesday, Fleishman, and more. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to salute our arbitrary numerical achievement, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 301: Cats (2019)

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 08:00:13 +0000

Crapathon 2022 wraps with what seemed like a good idea at the time: the 2019 film adaptation of the musical cats. Was it funny bad, or just bad-bad? You probably already know, but hang out anyway. Also this ep! Disney meets the new boss, same as the old boss; Jordan crosses a pair of thresholds and all the things we've been checking including Andor, the Guardians Christmas Special, Mind Your Manners, Fleishman is in Trouble, One Star Squadron and more. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to salute our arbitrary numerical achievement, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 300: Blown Away and Volcano

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000

A special return to format for Episode 300 as Jord and Cait bring in a Crapathon selection that each happen to feature actor Tommy Lee Jones: the 1994 action thriller Blown Away and the 1997 disaster piece Volcano. Tommy Lee Jones villain or Tommy Lee Jones hero? Choose your fighter! Also this ep: Vibes, man. We're in the same room, raise a glass. Keep up between episodes, for now, at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you want to salute our arbitrary numerical achievement, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 299: Wild Wild West

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 22:18:06 +0000

Crapathon 2022 rolls on with another gem of the Jon Peters oeuvre, 1999's steampunk western Wild Wild West. It's the one with the giant spider! Also this week, we pay tribute to the life of the one true Batman, Kevin Conroy, give our usual plaudits to Andor, and talk about what else we've been checking out, including Wakanda Forever, Paddington, Shetland, Tales from the Territories and more. Keep up between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod (for now). Support the show by buying us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 298: Tango & Cash

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 08:30:51 +0000

November Crapathon 2022 is here! We're kicking it off with a forgotten fever dream from the end of the Me Decade, 1989's Tango & Cash. Do you love when one movie tries to be all movies? You're in for a treat. Also this ep! Sandman gets renewed, we're troubled by Hercules, Henry Cavill delights and everything we've been checking out including Wendell & Wild, Derry Girls, Neko Golf and more. Keep up between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod. Support the show by buying us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 297: Interview With the Vampire 2022

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 07:43:00 +0000

Spoopy Season 2022 comes to a close with a new adaptation of something very near and dear to Cait's heart, the modern classic of vampiric fiction, Anne Rice's Interview With the Vampire. We also quickly touch on a whole range of topics including James Gunn at DC, the Bayonetta 3 kerfuffle, Perfume's Instagram accounts as well updates on what we've been checking out including The Premise, Do It Yourself!!! Chainsaw Man, Marvel Snap and another 20 minutes on Andor. We just really like it, y'all. Keep up between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod. Support the show by buying us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 296: Fall 2022 Anime Check-In

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 07:00:27 +0000

The Fall 2022 Anime season is stacked beyond belief, so Jord and Cait take this week to check out a curated selection of the shows debuting this season: Raven of the Inner Palace, Akiba Maid War, Urusei Yatsura, Gundam: The Witch From Mercury, Do It Yourself!!!! and a tiny art house series about a boy with a chainsaw in his face. We also spend another 20 minutes gushing about Andor. Not sorry. Keep up with us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod Donations are always welcome at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we would also be happy if you considered giving that money to an abortion fund. The National Network of Abortion Funds has all the resources on how you can support vulnerable women at a time when their bodily autonomy is being threatened. Find them at abortionfunds.org/funds/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 295: Werewolf by Night

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Spoopy Season is upon us, friends! Caitlin's got three cardigans on and a magnum of pumpkin spice, Jordan's in the cowlneck and beanie, and the time for creepy content is in full swing. We kick it off with a Very Special Presentation from your friends at Marvel Studios, Werewolf by Night. We also commemorate the life of Angela Lansbury, look at the changes at the Cartoon Network, get hype for the Anne Rice Expanded Universe and catch up on what we've been checking out including Rings of Power, Andor, PTSD Radio, Reboot and more. Fall Anime 2022 next week! Keep up with us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod Donations are always welcome at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we would also be happy if you considered giving that money to an abortion fund. The National Network of Abortion Funds has all the resources on how you can support vulnerable women at a time when their bodily autonomy is being threatened. Find them at abortionfunds.org/funds/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 294: Everything Everywhere All At Once

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 07:45:34 +0000

Cinematic September wraps in October with the multiversal martial arts epic Everything Everywhere All At Once. We also talk about our busy busy weekends, the Greendale Class Reunion, sickness crisis points and all the things we've been checking out including Lower Decks, The Bear, and walking away from Westeros for real this time. Keep up with us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod Donations are always welcome at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we would also be happy if you considered giving that money to an abortion fund. The National Network of Abortion Funds has all the resources on how you can support vulnerable women at a time when their bodily autonomy is being threatened. Find them at abortionfunds.org/funds/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 293: Spontaneous

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Caitlin takes the wheel for this week's Cinematic September outing, and once again unearths a gem Jordan never knew existed, the dark teen romance Spontaneous. At least we think it's a teen romance? Maybe a comedy? An alleghory? We'll get into it. Also this ep! The dust-up at Crunchyroll over voice actor pay, a handful of future things we're excited for and we celebrate how Andor proves there is room for all kinds of stories in a galaxy far, far away.

Episode 292: Throw Momma From the Train

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Cinematic September arrives and Jordan insisted on watching an 80s cable classic, the noir comedy "Throw Momma From the Train." Because apparently he doesn't care about keeping our subscriber numbers up. Also this ep! Chuds gonna chud, Caitlin is confused by Hollywood's priorities, a lot of talk about fried chicken and all the things we've been checking out including your usuals (She-Hulk, LotR, Attorney Woo) and a couple new additions like a return engagement from the Kids in the Hall and the standup of Mo Amer and Sheng Wang. Happy birthday, Cait. Keep up with us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod Donations are always welcome at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we would also be happy if you considered giving that money to an abortion fund. The National Network of Abortion Funds has all the resources on how you can support vulnerable women at a time when their bodily autonomy is being threatened. Find them at abortionfunds.org/funds/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 291: House of the Dragon

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This is now how we thought we'd wrap up August WatchOrama for the year, friends, but the disco demanded it of us and we are powerless to resist its sway, so we're setting sail for Westeros again to check out HBO's big swing, the Game of Thrones prequel series 'House of the Dragon.' Woof. We also talk about the meltdown of All Elite Wrestling, LotR getting review bombed, the irritating emergence of horror fishing as a gaming genre, and everything we've been checking out including McDonald & Dodds, Vera, She-Hulk, Junji Ito's latest, Extraordinary Attorney Woo and more. Keep up with us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod Donations are always welcome at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we would also be happy if you considered giving that money to an abortion fund. The National Network of Abortion Funds has all the resources on how you can support vulnerable women at a time when their bodily autonomy is being threatened. Find them at abortionfunds.org/funds/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 290: Paper Girls 2022

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week on August WatchOrama we check out the Amazon adaptation of "Paper Girls," a comic we both enjoyed when we read it but never returned to finish. The show seems to be lost in the content seas this summer, should it move up your watchlist? Also this ep! Lots of talk about Neil Gaiman's media junket for Sandman, Black Mirror returns, Spy x Family is crushing the publishing industry, and updates to what we've been enjoying including She-Hulk, Lightyear, Lower Decks, Owl House S2, Yakuza: Like a Dragon and Bluey continues to change lives. Keep up with us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod Donations are always welcome at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we would also be happy if you considered giving that money to an abortion fund. The National Network of Abortion Funds has all the resources on how you can support vulnerable women at a time when their bodily autonomy is being threatened. Find them at abortionfunds.org/funds/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 289: Strange New Worlds

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0000

It's hard to believe in nearly five years we've never talked about a core Star Trek show on this podcast, so August WacthOrama seemed like an ideal time to look at what some are calling a return to everything that makes the franchise great, Strange New Worlds. We also talk about the seismic shifts happening in wrestling and D&D, fanboys review bombing She-Hulk, as well as everything we've been checking out including Arcane, wrapping Ms Marvel and Sandman, Penance, the Woodstock '99 doc Trainwreck and more. Keep up with us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod Donations are always welcome at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we would also be happy if you considered giving that money to an abortion fund. The National Network of Abortion Funds has all the resources on how you can support vulnerable women at a time when their bodily autonomy is being threatened. Find them at abortionfunds.org/funds/

Episode 288: The Sandman

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Back on the scene, crispy and clean, your new BFFs return to the disco to kick off August WatchORama in the only that feels appropriate: with the 2022 adaptation of beloved graphic novel series The Sandman. We also chat about our summer break, the seismic changes at World Wrestling Entertainment, and some of the things we enjoyed during hiatus including Prey, Immortal Hulk, The Boys, Loot and more. Keep up with us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod Donations are always welcome at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we would also be happy if you considered giving that money to an abortion fund. The National Network of Abortion Funds has all the resources on how you can support vulnerable women at a time when their bodily autonomy is being threatened. Find them at abortionfunds.org/funds/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 287: The Expanse and Blood Blockade Battlefront Still Hold Up

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Opportune June comes to a close with another reco revist, this time of Amazon's space opera The Expanse and the stylish horror adventure-comedy Blood Blockade Battlefront. Spoilers: we loved these the first time, we still love them, but we'll tell you why. Also this ep: Last week's Miles Morales as Thor debacle from Marvel Comics, Obi-Wan limps to its conclusion, and all the things we've been checking out including some recently wrapped anime, Coffee & Vanilla, Star Trek Brave New Worlds and more. We'll be off until August, friends! Thanks so much for listening, we say it every episode but it truly means the world to us. As always, get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod. Donations are always welcome at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we would also be happy if you considered giving that money to an abortion fund. The National Network of Abortion Funds has all the resources on how you can support vulnerable women at a time when their bodily autonomy is being threatened. Find them at https://abortionfunds.org/funds/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 286: Utena and Avatar, Round Five

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0000

After an unexpected hiatus your new BFFs return to kick off Opportune June the only way they know how: talking about the same thing for the fifth consecutive year. Have Utena and Avatar wiggled their way into their once-resistant hearts? Was fifth time the charm? We shall see. Also this ep! Jord and Cait have picked the weirdest year to attend a wrestling event, updates on everything we checked out including Ms. Marvel, Stranger Things, Kids in the Hall and more, and we finally get these Obi-Wan takes off of our spirits. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support American citizens impacted by the recent mass shootings in the country. Resources for the people of Uvalde can be found at www.gofundme.com/c/act/donate-to-…exas-shooting-tw while ways to assist the people of Buffalo can be found at www.ny.gov/resources-services-…ed-buffalo-shooting Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 285: Hodgepodge Runs the Show

Mon, 30 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Caitlin wanted to take the week off and go get Cuban food, leaving Jordan to remind her there are no days off when you're doing it for the disco. Besides that entire month they take off in the summer. So since we had no time to check out any of the major releases this week, we kept it free form! Topics included but not limited to our upcoming field trip, Cait's twice delayed marital celebration, a survey of the state of Star Trek and more. Opportune June starts next month, the same way it always does, with the fifth instalment of Utena and Avatar. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support American citizens impacted by the recent mass shootings in the country. Resources for the people of Uvalde can be found at https://www.gofundme.com/c/act/donate-to-texas-elementary-school-shooting-relief?pc=CR_social&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=bcgfm_CR_texas-shooting-tw while ways to assist the people of Buffalo can be found at www.ny.gov/resources-services-…ed-buffalo-shooting Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 284: Chip & Dale Rescue Rangers

Tue, 24 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show Jord and Cait get into the new and very self-aware film sequel to the 90s Chip and Dale Rescue Rangers show. We also talk about a bit of closure for Jordan, Cait's questionable filmgoing practices and everything we've been checking out including Doctor Strange, Business Proposal, Legendary and so much more. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support the residents of Buffalo impacted by the horrific shooting at an area supermarket. Resources can be found at www.ny.gov/resources-services-…ed-buffalo-shooting Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 283: Business Proposal

Mon, 16 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000

A rare return to Korean drama as Jordan and Cait check out the recent hit "Business Proposal." Did it scratch that very specific itch that only Kdramas can? Also this episode, a lazy concern troll on the current state of the MCU, Jordan's piles of fish and all the things we've been keeping up with including Heroines Run the Show, We Own the City, Kendrick Lamar's latest, Senior Year and more. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support the residents of Buffalo impacted by the horrific shooting at an area supermarket last weekend. Resources can be found at https://www.ny.gov/resources-services-residents-impacted-buffalo-shooting Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 282: Beefy Bubble Boys

Mon, 09 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week your new BFFs do it like they used to, you know the vibes, beefy bubble bois only, with two similarly-named Netflix offerings: "The Bubble," a "comedy" from Judd Apatow; and "Bubble," a kinetic sci-fi love story from the people who brought you Attack on Titan, Madoka Magica and Death Note. We also remember the life of the legendary George Perez, celebrate the arrival of the latest Doctor and catch up on all we've been checking out including Why Didn't They Ask Evans, Heroines Run the Show, We Own the City and more! Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support the people of Ukraine during these unprecedented times. A good list for Canadians can be found at www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article…raine-canada/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 281: Upload

Mon, 02 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week we look at the post-mortal satire from the producers of The Office, Amazon's "Upload." We also talk more about the shifting philosophies at Netflix and update on all the many things we've been checking out including an Expanse rewatch, Spy Family, Tokyo Vice, I Love That For You and more! Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support the people of Ukraine during these unprecedented times. A good list for Canadians can be found at www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article…raine-canada/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 280: Spring 2022 Anime Preview!

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show, for the first time ever, Jord and Cait do a seasonal anime preview, checking out five of the new offerings for Spring 2022, including Spy x Family, Komi Can't Communicate, Danse Danse Danseur and more. We also talk about the latest in the cold war between the Disney Corp and the State of Florida, as well as Netflix's very bad week and updates to all we've been checking out including Moon Knight, Upload, What the Golf, Everything Everywhere All at Once and more. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support the people of Ukraine during these unprecedented times. A good list for Canadians can be found at www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article…raine-canada/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 279: Winning Time

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show Jord and Cait check out another HBO show of the moment, "Winning Time," based on the true story of the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers. We also talk about another story of a comic creator getting low-key shafted when their work gets adapted into the MCU and update on everything we've been checking out including The Expanse, Spy X Family, Tokyo Vice and more! Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support the people of Ukraine during these unprecedented times. A good list for Canadians can be found at www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article…raine-canada/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 278: Minx

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show Jordan and Cait are mutually bringing in HBO Max's Minx, a workplace comedy about feminism and porn that might singlehandedly bring about the parity in televised nudity Cait's been arguing in favour of for nearly five years. Also this week!: The Oscars unleash the take event horizon, a Chapek Check-In because we're weirdos, and all the things we've been checking out including Thermae Romae Novae, Moon Knight, The Dropout and a show about Japanese preschoolers doing errands. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support the people of Ukraine during these unprecedented times. A good list for Canadians can be found at www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article…raine-canada/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 277: The Adam Project

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000

After an unexpected hiatus your new BFFs return to discuss the Netflix family sci-fi throwback "The Adam Project." We also concern troll Star Wars again, talk about Crunchyroll doing away with free simulcasts and updates on everything we've been watching including The Batman, Bridgerton The Dropout, the end of Ranking of Kings and more. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support the people of Ukraine during these unprecedented times. A good list for Canadians can be found at www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article…raine-canada/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 276: Turning Red

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we check out Pixar's latest, the celebrated 'Turning Red' and talk about what makes a story universal and explain all of the Toronto-centric in-jokes. We also talk about Disney's Very Bad, Horrible, No Good Week, Brandon Sanderson's record-setting Kickstarter and what it means for publishing, and touch on all we've been checking out including more manhwa, more anime, and a celebration of Jordan's arrival to Worldle. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support the people of Ukraine during these unprecedented times. A good list for Canadians can be found at www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article…raine-canada/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 275: Jeen-Yuhs

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we check out Netflix's three-part documentary 'Jeen-Yuhs,' covering over 20 years in the polarizing life of one Kanye West. We also talk about Crunchyroll emerging as the ultimate champion of anime streaming and all the things we've been checking out including The Gilded Age, Warhammer 40K, Spielberg's West Side Story, Grand Crew, and more. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support the people of Ukraine during these unprecedented times. A good list for Canadians can be found at www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article…raine-canada/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 274: Call of the Forest

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show Cait brings in a documentary based around the work of botanist and author Diana Beresford-Kroeger, "The Call of the Forest." Trees, man. Also this ep! ALF returns for some reason, the Star Wars hotel is disrespectfully expensive, Ranking of Kings proves we can't have nice things, and updates on what we've been checking out, including Disenchantment, the board game Horrified, and a pair of docs on the joys and shames of what we know on this show as The Sickness. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We appreciate every donation we receive, but if you have the money to spare, please consider giving to organizations working to support the people of Ukraine during these unprecedented times. A good list for Canadians can be found at https://www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article-how-to-help-ukraine-canada/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 273: Summer of Soul

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week we take the opportunity to look at something Jordan's been putting off for months, "Summer of Soul," the Oscar-nominated documentary on the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, directed by Questlove of the Legendary Roots Crew. Also this week, we break down why Tolkien fans are spamming the comment section, decide if Peacemaker stuck the landing, and update on what we've been checking out including Neil Gaiman's 1602 comic, Sister Boniface, Love is Blind Japan, Ranking of Kings and more. Get at us between episodes at tell Jordan he's right about snow at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 272: Cupcake & Dino

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Cait's pick is up this week and she brings in a recent favourite of hers, the Netflix absurdist kids fare 'Cupcake & Dino.' Lots of shows working this particular lane of all ages weirdness, did this one stand out? We shall see. Also this ep! We are done with the convoy, 'Futurama's controversial return, Obi-Wan keeps us trapped on Tattooine again and all the things we've been checking out including 'Sister Boniface', 'Gilded Age', 'Grand Crew', 'We Need to Talk About Cosby' and more, as well as a special halftime interlude as two olds reckon with 'Euphoria' for the first time. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 271: Peacemaker

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Last week Jordan mentioned how impressed he was by if the "Suicide Squad" spinoff "Peacemaker." This week we see if the show mixes gore and sophomoric humour in all the ways that Caitlin loves. Also this week! The existential fandom crisis and ethical dilemmas brought by the Book of Boba Fett and all the things we've been checking out including Dollface, Abbott Elementary, Persona 5 Strikers, Ranking of Kings and more. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 270: Ranking of Kings

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we check out one of Jordan's current favourites, the fantasy anime from fan-favourite WiT Studio, Ranking of Kings. Also this ep! Peacemaker is doing better than either of us thought it would, Persona 5 Strikers is making Jordan's eyes hurt, and Caitlin unloads on what she sees as the growing monetization of Dungeons & Dragons. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.comrobgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 269: Inside Job

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show Cait brings in the Netflix animated comedy from some Gravity Falls alumni. We also talk about Toronto's recent polar pandemonium, Moon Knight, opt not to talk about that Joss Whedon article and catch up on what we've been checking out including Inspector Morse, Ranking of Kings, Hikaru Utada's new album, Sherman's Showcase and more. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.comrobgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 268: ODDTAXI

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Back to format this week as Jord and Cait check out one of the shows that topped more than one year-end anime list, the anthropomorphic mystery box ODDTAXI. We also talk about the hot messes of Boba Fett and Eternals, Caitlin's sudden love of 90s PC games, as well as everything else we've been checking out including Son of a Trickster, the Yellowjackets finale and more. Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 267: How We Got Through 2021

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000

A little something different to kick off the year as your new BFFs take a page out of Jordan's book and select three things that made the previous year bearable. It could be media, people, experiences, released last year or anytime! Whatever got you through the previous 12 months of our shared dystopian nightmare. We also remember Betty White and Sidney Poitier, talk about a pair of exciting 2022 anime releases and check in on a few things we watched on break including Lost in Space, the Perfume concert on Amazon Prime and some movie about a kid who can stick to walls. We back on it, y'all! Get at us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 266: Love Hard

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000

The Christmas season, and this very odd year come to a close for your new BFFs as they get cozy with the Netflix holiday original "Love Hard." Did this tale of catfish romance win them over? Also this ep! We process our Omicron Christmas before celebrating the forthcoming Year of Yeoh, Caitlin discovers Webtoons, a belated appreciation of SidetalkNYC, and we find out if Jordan sold those Echo comics. Have a wonderful and safe holiday, friends! We'll be back with episodes in January, but you can keep up with us online at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 265: 8-Bit Christmas

Sun, 12 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000

"8-Bit Christmas" is a movie that is not subtle in its ambitions: This is a film that wants to nudge its way onto the throne currently occupied by "A Christmas Story," and if you come at the king, you best not miss, as they say. Did this holiday throwback stand a chance? We shall see. Also this ep! Netflix says "See you, Space Cowboy...", we remember novelist Anne Rice and screenwriter Keiko Nobumoto, and Jordan weighs a conundrum. Keep up with us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 264: The Princess Switch 3

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000

There's nothing your new BFFs love more than settling in at the end of the year to watch the finest in cheesy holiday fare, and they're coming out the gate hot with the conclusion of the trilogy, The Princess Switch 3: Romancing the Star. Do you want to get Hudged? Of course you do. Also this ep! Jordan has too many feelings about the shopping experience on the world's biggest website, Cait's overwhelmed by her viewing options, Jordan becomes fascinated by Gunpla and more. Keep up with us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.comrobgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 263: John Carter

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000

November Crapathon wraps for the year with the film that sunk a regime at one of enetertainment's most powerful conglomerates, Disney's 'John Carter.' Also on deck: Miyazaki announces his seventh final movie, MST3K gets another shot, and updates on everything we checked out the last few weeks. Yes, the Bebop takes are here. Keep up with us between episodes at twitter.com/geekdownpod. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 262: The Rock (1996)

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This week the Crapathon Express makes its traditional stop in Cage Country, as Jordan brings Caitlin another testosterone soaked explosion-fest, Michael Bay's The Rock. We also size up the contenders for 2021's new holiday classic and have an impromptu chat on the role money has played in stripping ingenuity from fiction. We'll be off next week, friends, but you can always keep up with us or get at us on the sosh medes at twitter.com/geedownpod. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundc.oud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 261: The Covenant (2006)

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000

A Caitlin Crapathon pick rarely disappoints and 2021 is no exception, as she forces Jordan to sit through 2006's supernatural teen thriller The Covenant. We also chat about what the Netflix binge model has done to our brains, the Image Comics union drive, the latest batch of WWE releases and what we've been checking out, including Dragon Age: Inquisition, Blue Period, Junji Ito shorts and more. Keep up with us between episodes and guess what we're closing out the month with at twitter.com/geedownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 260: Flight of the Navigator

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000

The most wonderful time of the year is here, y'all. It's November Crapathon, when Jord and Cait bring in hatewatches, guilty pleasures, and other selections that are objectively bad, yet we love them all the same. Jordan kicks off the proceedings this year with 1986's Disney sc-fi adventure "Flight of the Navigator". We also break down our lukewarm takes on the Cowboy Bebop trailer and catch up on all we've been watching and reading including Inside Job, Midsommer Murders, Tomie, Inside Job, Blue Period and more. Keep up with us between episodes and wish Jordan a happy birthday at twitter.com/geedownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 259: Werewolves Within

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Caitlin continues to commandeer Spoopy Season 2021 with Netflix's lycanthropic comedy "Werewolves Within." We also talk about live action Bebop's "Lost Session," "Y The Last Man"'s cancellation, and all the things we've been checking out including Midsomer Murders, the end of Brooklyn 99, Miles Morales for the PS4 and more. Crapathon lands next week, friends, kicking off what is truly the most wonderful time of the year. Keep up with us between episodes and wish Jordan a happy birthday at twitter.com/geedownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Welcome to the Geekdown Podcast

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000

There are many ways to be a nerd. Jordan Ferguson and Caitlin MacKinnon have been friends for a long time, and nerds longer than that. Jordan loves video games, pro wrestling, vinyl records and anime. Caitlin is a fan of science fiction, British mysteries, tabletop role playing games and cartoons. Two nerds, very different tastes. Every episode of the Geekdown searches for the sweet spots where those fandoms intersect, as well as a check on relevant news of the week and other items of interest. Get it every Tuesday on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

Episode 258: Ravenous

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Is it Spoopy Season or did Crapathon come early? Jordan is very confused as Caitlin brings in the 1999 cannibal flick "Ravenous." Questions will be asked! Answers will be....unsatisfying. Also this ep! Bits and bites drom DC's Fandome event, the critical push back to fan culture through "Ghostbusters" Afterlife" and check ins on what we've been checking out, including "Whistable Pearl," the conclusion of "Reservation Dogs" and more. Keep up with us between episodes and wish Jordan a happy birthday at twitter.com/geedownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 257: Squid Game

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Spoopy season is here as your new BFFs join the discourse with their typical lateness and talk about Netflix's global phenomenon, Korean survival drama "Squid Game." The discussion goes up to Episode 6, so if you're still avoiding spoilers, be forewarned. We also give our belated takes on the first footage of the live action Cowboy Bebop and Sandman adaptations, celebrate the forthcoming return of Saga and cross our fingers for Caitlin's Capt. Janeway Funko Pop. Keep up with us between episodes and bring us your spoopy suggestions at twitter.com/geedownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 256: The Suicide Squads

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Jordan apparently offended Caitlin somehow, it's the only explanation for why she would make him watch both Suicide Squad movies in the same week. One of them is pretty good. One of them, not so much. We'll get into the how's and why's of this cinematic teachable moment. Also this ep, we talk about the conflict of superhero ownership between the heirs of their golden age comic creators and their current corporate owners, celebrate the arrival of peak Jord and Cait season and catch up on what we've been enjoying, Shetland, Star Wars Visions, Reservation Dogs, The Harlem Shuffle, new music from Perfume and Aqours, old music from Mariachi Flor de Toroache and more. We'll be off next week, friends, but you can always ask us what we thought of the first looks of Netflix Cowboy Bebop and Sandman at twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@soundcloud.com/obgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 255: Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Cinematic September continues with the anime teen romance "Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop," a film that seduced Jordan in with its visual style and city pop references. Was it a worthy successor to the classics like "Your Name" and "A Silent Voice"? We shall see. Also this ep! Hawkeye's looking good, Caitlin has questions about film distribution, we riding with Baby Kermit, and updates on all we've been checking out including What If, The Suicide Squad, Reservation Dogs and more. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 254: Birds of Prey

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 21:13:30 +0000

Cait likes movies way more than Jordan, so thats why she forces him to dedicate a month to them every year, and that month has returned! Cinematic September kicks off in earnest with a trip to the DCCU featuring one of Caitlin's favourite characters in 'Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn.' We also take a moment to commemorate the life of actor Michael K. Williams; raise our eyebrow at the most expensive comic ever sold; spend too much time griping about public transit in our respective cities and catch up on what we've been checking out including What If, more Owl House, World Flipper and more. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 253: Hodgepodge 3.0 + 1.0

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Listen, don't put two idiots in the same room for the first time in over a year and expect cohesion. Hodgepodge returns with a smattering of work talk, life talk, and updates on what we've been checking out including Edge of Tomorrow, The Chair on Netflix, Only Murders in the Building on Star/Disney+, and more. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 252: Bo Burnham Inside

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 01:15:55 +0000

August WatchOrama comes to a close with a request for your new BFFs to check out Bo Burnham's celebrated pandemic-era Netflix special "Inside." Also Cait's had it with a certain type of true crime, and Jordan has too much to say following his binge of the Evangelion movies. Apologies in advance. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 251: The Owl House

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000

August WatchOrama rolls on with a reco from the audience of Disney's The Owl House, the spiritual successor to all-time, first ballot Hall of Famer Gravity Falls. Did it leave us similarly elated? Answers await! Also this ep! Maybe the best moment Jordan's witnessed in two decades of wrestling fandom, Cait thinks Jeopardy needs to listen to the people, our brains are soft and full of holes and more! If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 250: Reservation Dogs

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000

The 250th Episode of the Geekdown is here! To celebrate we're doing...nothing, the fourth wave is coming, y'all. We did, however, spend this instalment of August WatchOrama checking out something else Cait's been itching to watch: "Reservation Dogs," the half hour show from Taika Waititi and Sterlin Harjo about the lives of Indigenous teenagers in Oklahoma. Also thos ep: Jordan gets an air fryer and becomes insufferable, the Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away, and updates on what we've been getting into including Conan: Exiles, HBO's Woodstock 99 documentary, Watch the Sound on AppleTV and more. Thanks for hanging with us for 250 episodes, y'all. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 249: Sailor Moon Eternal

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Back from our summer break, your new BFFs fire up the take cannons to begin August WatchOrama 2021 with a return to one of our most beloved properties as we reconnect with the Pretty Guardian of Love and Justice in a sailor suit in 2021's theatrical release Sailor Moon Eternal. We also get caught up on some of the ways we spent our time away, the emergence of "fan blaming" as a refinement on the usual nonsense, as well as Scarlett Johansson's breakup with the Walt Disney Co. and many of the things we checked out in the last month. Get at us between episodes on the sosh medes at twitter.com/geekdownpod. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support and improve the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 248: Warrior, Again

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Opportune June draws to a close with a revisit of one of the best things we've checked out this year, the Old West martial arts epic "Warrior." Spoiler: It's still amazing and you should all be watching it. Also this ep, your new BFFs have so many things to be excited about, including the trailer for "The Harder They Fall", new Perfume music, the return of Clone High and more. As is tradition, we'll be taking July off to recharge and sweat with dignity in the privacy of our own homes. We'll be back on August 3rd to kick off our annual Watch-O-Rama. Drop us suggestions or tell us you miss us on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod). If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations that work to support Indigenous communities in Canada ike the Indian Residential School Survivors Society (https://www.irsss.ca/donate) or True North Aid (https://truenorthaid.givecloud.co/donate) Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 247: Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress - The Battle of Unato

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Back in 2016 the steampunk zombie epic "Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress" earned the first perfect score from your new BFFs, so we're taking this Opportune June to finally check out the sequel movie: "The Battle of Unato." We also pinch our noses at the Eisner noms, belatedly join last week's Batman discourse, weird manga is weird, plus updates on what we've been checking for including Don't Starve Alone, Wonder Egg Priority, your mandatory Loki takes and more. Get at us between episodes on the sosh medes at twitter.com/geekdownpod. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@soundcloud.com/obgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 246: Returning to Monstress

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000

We're taking it way back, friends, as we return to the epic fantasy world of Marjorie Liu and Sana Takeda's graphic novel series Monstress. We loved this book when we first encountered it, will we still love it four years later? Also this ep! A shot clock check-in, peering through the curtains to the world outside, promising updates on Tuca & Birdie and the Netflix Cowboy Bebop adaptation, initial Loki thoughts and more! Get at us between episodes on the sosh medes at twitter.com/geekdownpod. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to support the lives of members of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 245: Opportune June Brings Avatar v. Utena, Round 4

Sun, 06 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000

How long can spite carry a podcast? For Jordan and Caitlin, four years and counting. It's Opportune June, friends! That time where we revisit some of the dozens of things we've checked out on the show over the years. As is tradition, we continue our annual journey through Avatar: The Last Airbender and Revolutionary Girl Utena. Feelings will be hurt, co-hosts will be judged, hijinks will be scowled at. You know, the usual. We also have a brief chat about the rumours and innuendo surrounding a potential sale of the WWE, the new Sailor Moon movie on Netflix, and updates to what we've been watching, playing and listening to including Mass Effect Legendary, D4DJ, the latest album from CHAI and more. Any suggestions for things to go back to this month? Let us know on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod). If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to better the lives of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 244: Dark Side of the Ring

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000

We're working ourselves into a shoot this week, brother, as Cait delves into some wrestling history courtesy of VICE's documentary series "Dark Side of the Ring." We also catch up on Cait's life updates, the return of Fan Expo, Sandman casting reacts and everything we've been checking out including more lesser known works of Studio Ghibli, The Other Two, and a new member of the waifu hell pantheon. Opportune June is officially here, where we take the month to revisit things we couldn't find time for toiling in the take mines. If you've got any suggestions, let us know on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) or you can email us (geekdownpod@gmail.com). If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like True North Aid or other organizations (https://truenorthaid.ca/first-nations-charities-html/) that work to better the lives of Indigenous communities in Canada. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 243: Vincenzo

Mon, 17 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000

A return to Korean drama this week as we finally submit to Netflix's relentless promotion and check out Vincenzo. Did it joint all-time favourites like Pasta and Romance is a Bonus Book? Also this ep! Caitlin saw Mortal Kombat, Warrior is still the best thing you could be watching, and Jordan's sickness is taking him down weird and wonderful paths again. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like the Asian Canadian Benevolent Society for the Elderly (acbaglobal.org/) the Chinatown Foundation (www.chinatownfoundation.org/), or any local org working to end Asian hate in your community. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 242: The Mitchells vs The Machines

Mon, 10 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000

The Geekdown is probably the only podcast that could link The Mitchells vs The Machines to Mare of Easttown, but those tenuous connections are the sort of thing you come to us for, friends. This week we also get into adventures in homebuying and vaccinations, as well as what we've been getting into lately, which is mostly more Warrior. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like the Asian Canadian Benevolent Society for the Elderly (acbaglobal.org/) the Chinatown Foundation (www.chinatownfoundation.org/), or any local org working to end Asian hate in your community. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 241: Warrior

Tue, 04 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000

We don't know why we weren't watching "Warrior," the historical martial arts epic on HBO Max, but we are both very happy we did. We'll get into all the reasons why on this week's episode. Also! An appreciation of the work of Gregory Jacobs, aka Shock G of Bay Area rap collective Digital Underground, and the impact his music had on a young J. Ferguson. We also run down everything we've been checking out this week including My Octopus Teacher, Mare of Easttown, a return to Thunderbolt Fantasy and more. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like the Asian Canadian Benevolent Society for the Elderly (acbaglobal.org/) the Chinatown Foundation (www.chinatownfoundation.org/), or any local org working to end Asian hate in your community. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 240: The Colourful Life of Falky and WinWin

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Bit of a two-for-one episode this week, friends, as Jord and Cait process their thoughts on the whole season of "The Falcon and The Winter Soldier," before moving on to the actual selection of the week, the Netflix nature documentary "Life in Colour" from the famed British natural historian David Attenborough. We also have a Cait's Crime Show Check-in, Jordan's Seiyuu Stream Minute and more. If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like the Asian Canadian Benevolent Society for the Elderly (acbaglobal.org/) the Chinatown Foundation (www.chinatownfoundation.org/), or any local org working to end Asian hate in your community. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 239: Way of the Househusband

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This week Jordan brings in the somewhat controversial Netflix adaptation of the popular slice of life manga Way of the Househusband. High hopes going into this one, friends, with some surprising results when it was all said and done. Also this episode: the man behind The Winter Soldier isn't entirely pleased with Marvel, Cait feels the IP grind and updates on a surprisingly large number of things we checked out this week from Spring '21 anime debuts, to This is a Robbery, to Thunder Force and more. Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter: twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like the Asian Canadian Benevolent Society for the Elderly (acbaglobal.org/) the Chinatown Foundation (www.chinatownfoundation.org/), or any local org working to end Asian hate in your community. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 238: Invincible

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Back from a short break and locked down again, your new BFFs start the wee by airing out our grievances with the provincial government before spending some time with Amazon's Invincible, the animated adaptation of the beloved Image comic book from the writer of The Walking Dead. We also suck our teeth at Star Wars chuds and Joss Whedon, then break down everything we got into over Easter break, which for Caitlin is just Criminal Minds. Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter: twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like the Asian Canadian Benevolent Society for the Elderly (acbaglobal.org/) the Chinatown Foundation (www.chinatownfoundation.org/), or any local org working to end Asian hate in your community. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 237: Equinox

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This week Caitlin really comes through with a show you've never heard of, but won't be able to stop talking about, Netflix's Danish supernatural mystery Equinox. Lots to say about this one. We also discuss anti-maskers in the wild, a rare instance of a trailer amping us up, and all the things we've been passing our time with. We're taking next week off but we'll be back on or around April 13th. Have a great Easter Weekend, friends! Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter: twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show financially, you can buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd really prefer you instead donate to organizations like the Asian Canadian Benevolent Society for the Elderly (acbaglobal.org/) the Chinatown Foundation (www.chinatownfoundation.org/), or any local org working to end Asian hate in your community. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 236: Shin Godzilla

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

With Godzilla vs Kong set to release this month, we look back on one of the King of the Monsters' earlier battles, a showdown with Japanese office politics in 2016's Shin Godzilla. We also spend some time this episode processing the terrible shootings in Atlanta and other violence committed against members of the Asian community. If you want to find ways to be an ally, the Government of Canada has free online resources on bystander intervention (https://bit.ly/3fbIUO3), or you can donate to organizations like the Asian Canadian Benevolent Society for the Elderly (https://acbaglobal.org/) or the Chinatown Foundation (https://www.chinatownfoundation.org/) Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter: twitter.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 235: The Orville

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This week Cait brings in something she's been a fan of for some time, "The Orville," the love letter to classic Star Trek: TNG from Family Guy creator Seth McFarlane. She also asks Jordan a question he never saw coming, Queen Season is coming for all of you this week and we both become washed gamers with Mass Effect Andromeda and Final Fantasy VII Remake. Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter: twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 234: Framing Britney Spears

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 15:47:00 +0000

This week your new BFFs join the #FreeBritney movement as we check out the recent documentary from the New York Times "Framing Britney Spears" and reckon with how we viewed women and celebrities in our younger years. Since we were off last week we also forego news and catch up on all we checked out at the end of February including the mandatory WandaVision debrief and the one-two punch of predictable tragedy, the miniseries "It's a Sin" and the Final Fantasy 7 Remake. Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter: twitter.com/geekdownpod If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 233: Outside the Wire

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Another Netflix offering on the show this week as your new BFFs check out the military action flick "Outside the Wire." Yep. That's definitely a thing we did. We also talk about life as we move into pandemic year two, De La Soul and the Teen Titans, how the Cutest in the World fared in her AEW debut, a check-in on the sickness and more. We're taking next week off, but you can still keep up with us on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod), otherwise we'll see you in March. If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 232: Space Sweepers

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This week your new BFFs check out a recent Netflix offering, the South Korean sci-fi Space Sweepers. They also discuss Gina (not Gia, despite what Jordan said multiple times) Carano's expulsion from a galaxy far, far away; Brooklyn's 99th Precinct closes its doors; Maki Itoh works Jim Cornette into a shoot and WandaVision's giving Jordan a touch of the Marvel malaise like it's 2018 all over. Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod). If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.c/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 231: Lupin

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This week your new BFFs get continental as we check out Netflix's Parisian caper drama "Lupin." We're both big fans of the Lupin legacy in other forms, how did this one fare? Also! Remembering the legacy of J Dilla's legendary last album on its 15th anniversary, Maki Itoh prepares to take over the West, Cait thinks you all need to calm down about WandaVision and so much more. Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod). If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 230: Cobra Kai

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Continuing their catch-up on things everyone else has already seen, this week your new BFFs strike first, strike hard and show no mercy as they step back into the Miyagi-Verse with the Karate Kid reimagining Cobra Kai. We also marvel at the GameStonk debacle, commemorate one of the worst epsiodes in the history of the Star Trek franchise and break down the recent casting announcements for Netflix's adaptation of beloved comic series The Sandman. We also catch up on what we've been watching including Vera, Demon Slayer, WandaVision and more. Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod). If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 229: WandaVision

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show your new BFFs dig into the much anticipated launch of the MCU on Disney+, the sitcom-flipping WandaVision. Does it scratch the itch that so many (but not Jordan) have been feeling the last two years? We shall see. Also! Lara Croft goes to Lovecraft Country, Godzilla gets punched in the face and some potentially troubling news from the world of cosplay. All that and more! Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod). If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 228: Demon Slayer

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Continuing to catch up on things the everyone has watched but us, we finally check out the biggest anime in the world right now, the paranormal shounen Demon Slayer. We also catch up on everything we've been checking out including The Body Farm, Princess Connect and more. Also, pretty sure Caitlin called Bakugo a Proud Boy. She was on a lot of drugs this week, it was wild. Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod). If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 227: Yellowstone

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Your new BFFs are taking the start of the new year to catch up on some things everyone's been watching but them, starting with one of the most popular shows in America, the Kevin Costner-lead rancher drama Yellowstone. We had...opinions. We also talk about what we've been checking out, run down some lifestyle improvements we've incorporated, and process that whole "attempt to overthrow an American election" thing. Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod). If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 226: Pixar's Soul

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Back to business (and legacy numbering for your new BFFs) as we start the new year by checking out Pixar's existential meditation "Soul." We also celebrate the lives of wrestler Brodie Lee and rapper MF DOOM, as well as catch up on everything we checked out over holiday, including Stars Wars and Trek, Law & Order, Midnight Diner and more. Keep up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod). If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

The Geekdown Holiday Sickness Spectacular

Tue, 29 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The Sickness is oft-talked about on the Geekdown, but what does it really mean? How does it manifest? Can it be cured? Should it? To delve into these questions, Jordan sits down with fellow Sickness sufferer and longtime best friend Mr. Meloche to talk about the whys and hows of their love for vinyl records. Basically it's just taking the conversation they would have had if Jordan went home for the holidays this year, moved to the phone and recorded it. Possibly the hardest this show has ever geeked down. Sorry for that. Back in format next week, friends, to try and put this godawful year behind us. Catch us on twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) with the ways in which your sickness manifests.

Episode 199Z: The Disney Flex and the 2020 Lookback

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The Paramount Network thwarted our dreams of festive cowboy romance, so your new BFFs played 'In or Out?' on everything announced at last week's Disney investor call. As it's also our last episode of the year, we took the back half of the show to run down some of the best things we checked out during this terrible, terrible year. Next week a very special episode of the show, and Jord and Cait will be back in format in the new year. Stay safe, friends, and keep up with us at twitter.com/geekdownpod until then. If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 199Y: An Office Christmas and Infinity Train

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000

A dissonant blend typical of the Geekdown as we celebrate the season with the crew at Dunder-Mifflin then check out the show Cait's been praising for weeks, Infinity Train. We also touch on Warner Bros' decision to push their 2021 movie slate to HBO; a bold move from wrestling upstarts AEW; give a check on The Sickness and catch up on all we've been consuming this week. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 199X: The Princess Switch Switched Again

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000

We step out of November Crapathon and into December festivities this week with the annual Vanessa Hudgens Netflix project. This year it's the sequel to 2018's "The Princess Switch." How much more switching can they possibly do? Just you wait, friends. We also check in on lockdown life volume two, the resurrected G4TV and everything we've been watching including classic rewatches, new favourites, a book or two and your boy Mando. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 199W: Congo and They Live

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000

We're deep in it this week, friends, as November Crapathon brings us the Michael Crichton adaptation "Congo" and the John Capenter cult favourite "They Live". We also check in on the WWE's continually questionable labor practices through the story of one recently released performer and check in on all we've been watching including Infinity Train, We Are Who We Are, ya boy Mando and more. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 199V: Gleaming the Cube and Dante's Peak

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000

November Crapathon rolls on with a the skateboarding movie (or movie with skateboarding) Gleaming the Cube, before heading to Dante's Peak, where the floor (and everything else) is lava. We also spend a little time talking about that thing that happened down south this week and catch up on what we've been checking out. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episoe 199U: Bats and Point Break

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Can you believe it's that time again, friends? November Crapathon returns, when Caitlin and Jordan force each other to watch things they know are bad, but also maybe good? Fresh out the gate, 1999's alleged horror movie "Bats" and 1991's "Point Break," easily one of the most absurd movies ever made. We also welcome back the Mandalorian, talk Sony possibly buying Crunchyroll and continue gushing about Gravity Falls. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 199T: Vampires vs The Bronx

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Spoopy SZN wraps for another year as we check out a recent Netflix offering, the horror comedy Vampires vs The Bronx. We also talk celebrity encounters on the streets of Toronto, meet the host of Jordan's new spin-off podcast and catch up on everything we've been checking out. Gravity Falls, it's just Gravity Falls. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fighting systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 199S: Gravity Falls and Toilet Bound Hanako kun

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The kick off to what is our favourite quarter of the year, Spoopy SZN has come back to the Geekdown! This week we check out a pair of animated offerings, Disney's Gravity Falls and the paranormal shonen anime Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun. We also talk Tatiana Maslany's She-Hulk flip-flop, get more updates on Cait's time as the oldest student in her driving class, and updates on all we've been checking out including the finales of Lower Decks, The Boys, and Deca-Dence, as well as a surprisingly relevant gaming update including Among Us and Genshin Impact. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives and fight systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 199R: BlacKkKlansman

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Cinematic Septober wraps with a Spike Lee Joint, the 2018 Academy Award winner BlacKkKlansman. We also touch on Kamala Khan joining the MCU, Cait starts driving school and all the things we've been checking out including Star Trek: Lower Decks, The Boys, Genshin Impact and more. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black live and fight systemic racism. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 199Q: White Men Can't Jump & The Iron Giant

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Vin Diesel has embarked on a singing career, and it's all we care about. For real. But since it's Cinematic September, we also talk about 90s basketball comedy "White Man Can't Jump" and the animated classic "The Iron Giant," as well as everything else we checked out this week. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives, Breonna Taylor still hasn't had justice. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 199P: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas & Only Yesterday

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Cinematic September lives! Apparently? In an effort to appeal Cait's zeal for themed months, we offer a series of movie-centric episodes, starting with Terry Gilliam's adaptation of gonzo godfather Hunter S. Thompson, and a quiet b-side from the Ghibli canon. We also talk Marvel casting, JK Rowling's continued insistence on being hurtful, and all the things we've been checking out this week. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives, Breonna Taylor still hasn't had justice. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 199O: Pump Up the Volume & Ghost Dog

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Cinematic September lives! This week we look at a pair of forgotten gems, 1990's pirate radio teen drama Pump Up the Volume and the indie samurai film Ghost Dog. We also break down the first look at the upcoming Dune movie, the uproar surrounding the live-action Mulan movie, and try to thread the needle of what the Netflix's controversial film Cuties actually is, versus what people who haven't watched it are saying it is. Also the usual updates on what we've been into including the usuals like Lower Decks and The Boys, plus financial planning books and a welcome return to Kamurocho. It's a beefer this week, y'all. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 199N: Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian & Thunderbolt Fantasy

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show: PUPPETS, Y'ALL. First we revisit the galaxy far, far away with the eight-part docuseries on the making of Disney+'s "The Mandalorian," then Jordan officially gives Cait the show that helped him get through the early days of lockdown, the martial arts marionettes of "Thunderbolt Fantasy." Plus we also talk wrasslin news and notes, and update all we've been checking out including Mindhunter, Lovecraft Country, Idol × Warrior Miracle Tunes, the return of The Boys and more. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.comrobgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

199M: Great Pretender and Leverage

Sat, 29 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Lots to talk about in a monster of an ep this week, friends, as your new BFFs look at a pair of shows about con men and capers, Great Pretender and Leverage. We also spend some time in the front half breaking down the first two eps of HBO's Lovecraft Country, Star Trek: Lower Decks, and we try to process the sudden and shattering loss of actor Chadwick Boseman. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, you can always buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, but we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.comrobgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Episode 199L: Deca-Dence

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

August WatchOrama 2020 comes to a close with a buzzed-about anime from the summer season that is more than what it seems, Deca-Dence. Heavy spoilers in this one friends, so if you have any interest, maybe duck out and come back. We also talk recent news from the MCU, Netflix's poor marketing decisions, one idol group's remarkable staying power and all we've been checking out this week including Star Trek: Lower Decks, Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout and more. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives. There are great resources to be found here: https://blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 199K: Tiny Kingdoms

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Next up on August WatchOrama, the Netflix nature doc series Tiny Creatures, a show that clearly tries to ride the coattails of certified classic Hidden Kingdoms. Did Cait and Jord think it succeeded? Erm. Also this ep! Upheaval on the live action Avatar series, corporate shake ups we don't care about trickle down to affect things we do, we take a moment to salute Scott Pilgrim Vs The World on its 10th anniversary, and updates on all we've been checking out this week. WatchOrama wraps up next week with the anime Dec-Dence. If you want to join us, you can find it on Funimation, with the first three episodes free with ads. Come get into this #HAT life. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives. There are great resources to be found here: blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/ Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 199J: The Old Guard

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

This week we begin August Watchorama, a month of single topic shows where we check out some new releases we haven't had a chance to yet. We concede this sounds a lot like Opportune June, but assure you they're completely different. This week we check out the Netflix action flick The Old Guard, starring Charlize Theron and based on the story by acclaimed comic writer Greg Rucka. We also talk Animaniacs rebooting, meteor showers, Kpop Tea and all the things we've been watching including Umbrella Academy, Transformers: War for Cybertron and an endless parade of fansubbed voice actor vids on YouTube. Stay up with us between episodes on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) If you'd like to support the show, we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives. There are great resources to be found here: https://blacklivesmatter-canada.carrd.co/#english Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 199I: Watchorama Prelude

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Jordan didn't think this episode was happening, since Cait got married last weekend. Caitlin said, "It doesn't take three days to get married." So here we are. Instead of a proper Watchrorama ep, though, your new BFFs catch up on the last month, as they slowly reintegrate into society. They also chat about what they checked out over the break including novels by Thomas King and Yu Miri, Only Yesterday, Brave New Animal and more. Next week the Watchorama starts in earnest, check our Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) for the full rundown of what we'll be checking out. If you'd like to support the show, we'd still prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives. There's a good list of them here: https://nymag.com/strategist/article/where-to-donate-for-black-lives-matter.html Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 199H: The Great

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Opportune June comes to a close with "The Great," the anachronistic take on Catherine the Great's rise to power in 18th Century Russia from the writer of "The Favourite." Did we think it was, in fact, great? Answers await you. Also this episode, dipping our toes back into the world, the merits of using a scalpel instead of a hammer to dismantle systemic racism in the world of entertainment, and the things we've been checking out this week including all the Studio Ghibli on Netflix, Avatar and murder puppets, y'all, murder puppets. As is tradition, this will be our last episode until we return for August Watch-O-Rama. We'll still be kicking around on social media, come find us at twitter.com/geekdownpod. Stay safe, friends. Look out for each other, and try to be 15% more. If you'd like to support the show, we'd prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives. There's a good list of them here: https://nymag.com/strategist/article/where-to-donate-for-black-lives-matter.html Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 199G: Die Volume 2

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Another Opportune June instalment as your new BFFs take a trip back to the world of Die, the 'Goth Jumanji' graphic novel series from Kieron Gillen and Stephanie Hans. We also touch on the wave of new sexual misconduct allegations in the worlds of comedy, comics and wrestling, lighten up by celebrating the Ghibli catalogue's arrival to Canadian Netflix, and run down all the ways we've been passing the time including Nic Cage classics, Dorohedoro, failing Japanese and more. Also Jordan breaks Caitlin's brain for a hot second. Next week we wrap up Opportune June by throwing it to you, the listener! If there's something you want us to revisit, let us know on the show Twitter page (twitter.com/geekdownpod). If you'd like to support the show, we'd prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives. There's a good list of them here: https://nymag.com/strategist/article/where-to-donate-for-black-lives-matter.html Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 199F: The Expanse and Romance is a Bonus Book Redux

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Opportune June continues, friends, as Jord and Cait give themselves a chance to revisit two shows they both really love, yet fell off of: space opera The Expanse and K-Drama Romance is a Bonus Book (51:40). We also process our anxiety as the world reopens (3:28, honour renowned comic writer and editor Dennis O'Neil(18:20), prepare for Jordan's next epic hem-haw (20:46) and run down all the ways they've been passing time including new content from Dave Chappelle, a revisit of Gaiman's Sandman and Youtube videos on everything from film to serene walks through Tokyo (27:58). Keep up with us day-to-day on Twitter: twitter.com/geekdownpod. If you'd like to support the show, we'd prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives. There's a good list of them here: https://nymag.com/strategist/article/where-to-donate-for-black-lives-matter.html Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 199E: Opportune June Host Choice

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Opportune June rolls on as this week your new BFFs are left to their own devices, digging through the hundreds of recommendations for things they wanted to revisit but forgot about. It was a surprise for us, it'll be a surprise for you! Also this ep: taking back The Punisher, JK Rowling forgets a key maxim of this program, KPop fans harness the power of nerdery for good, fuckery from Jordan's hometown and more! If you'd like to support the show, we'd prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives. There's a good list of them here: https://www.refinery29.com/en-ca/2020/06/9851684/black-lives-matter-how-to-help-donate-support Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 199D: Opportune June Begins With Utena and Avatar, Round Three

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000

We live in interesting times, friends. It can feel hard to know what's appropriate, especially when treading the line between facing the moment while making a dumb little show about nerd stuff, while continuing to live in a pandemic. We maintain as always, if our continued presence offers some comfort to y'all, we'll keep being here. And if now isn't a good time for you, we understand. If you want to come back, we'll be here then, too. This week we return to format and usher in Opportune June, where we take a break from the content mill to revisit or reevaluate some of the hundreds of things we've watched and read since we started the show. Kicking us off, as ever, we return to Revolutionary Girl Utena and Avatar: The Last Airbender. Someone's bound to be disappointed. Thanks for listening, friends! If you'd like to support the show, we'd prefer you take that money and give it to an organization fighting to protect Black lives. There's a good list of them here: https://www.refinery29.com/en-ca/2020/06/9851684/black-lives-matter-how-to-help-donate-support Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 199C: Flowers for Hana

Tue, 26 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussion of sensitive subjects including self harm and cyberbullying. (03:06) On this week's episode we commemorate the lives of two people we lost too soon, Zac Bertschy of the Anime News Network and STARDOM Wrestler/Terrace House cast member Hana Kimura. We also talk about the ways we pass the time (33:50) including watching Harley Quinn, She-Ra, Dead Still and The First Wives Club, Reading Wax Poetics, buyng dumb records and watching voice actress videos. If you or someone you know is going through it and doesn't know where to go, a list of crisis lines is available on Wikipedia athttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lines. Please believe, there is someone who wants you here. Let's try to be 15% better, friends. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 199B: New Stories About Old Things

Tue, 19 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000

This week, Caitlin stifles her rage long enough to chat with Jordan on a number of new developments on old favourites, including Community, The Sandman, Black Mirror, Star Trek and more. We also catch up on everything we've been checking out including Dead Still, She-Ra, The Last Ride, and Jordan learns to let love back in to his life. Follow us at twitter.com/geekdownpod to see how we're passing our days or If you'd like to support the show, you can buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 199A: Where Time Becomes a Loop

Tue, 12 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Friends, we officially begin our infinite loop of episode 199, because Caitlin refuses to do episode 200 over the phone. If you were her for episode 100, you know this is very on brand for the Geekdown. Quarantine Life goes on, though, as your new BFFs touch base on another week of Star Wars news, Crunchyroll and HBO making strange bedfellows, and the apparent split of the Kim and Kanye of the Ren-Faire crowd, Neil Gaiman and Amanda Palmer. We also catch up on what we've been checking out, including Disney+ Deep Cuts and Kanopy Kleenups. There's so much content, y'all! Follow us at twitter.com/geekdownpod to see how we're passing our days or If you'd like to support the show, you can buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 198: Seed Aisle Demo Tapes

Tue, 05 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000

If we're still in lockdown, your new BFFs will pull up to the mics. Topics include pumpkin varietals, idol groups, stage musicals and nineties basketball. You know, typical Geekdown. Follow us at twitter.com/geekdownpod to see how we're passing our days or If you'd like to support the show, you can buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 197: Comeback Season

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000

After last week's sinkhole of depression your new BFFs are fed up, friends! With themselves! Jord and Cait make a concerted effort to reclaim their lives this week, albeit in a 'shower and get out of bed' way, not in a 'protest in front of government buildings' way. They also talk about what's got the Star Wars Chuds mad this week, Netflix being pandemic proof and all we've been enjoying including the works of China Mieville, Elder Scrolls Online, The Last Dance, Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun and more. Follow us at twitter.com/geekdownpod to see how we're passing our days or If you'd like to support the show, you can buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 196: The Days Are Just Packed

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The thrill of e-commerce fades into the malaise of depression for both of your hosts this week as Jord and Cait each try to manage their mental health in the new normal, while also finding time to talk about the terrible week the WWE had as well as updates on all we've been reading, playing and watching including Adam Warlock, Ninja Turtles, Sound Euphonium, Monster Factory and more. Follow us at twitter.com/geekdownpod to see how we're passing our days or If you'd like to support the show, you can buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 195: Welcome to the Endless Eight

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 22:39:37 +0000

As we enter week four (five?) of the Comfy COVID Sessions, Cait and Jordan both rediscover the pleasures of e-commerce and find new and old shows to watch, including Shetland, Harley Quinn, The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya and much more. Follow us at twitter.com/geekdownpod to see how we're passing our days or If you'd like to support the show, you can buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 194: The Comfy COVID Sessions

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000

This whole thing might be starting to get to us, friends. Chats on the anxiety and stress of the days we live in, Wrestlemania, books, Borgen and more. Keep up with us at twitter.com/geekdownpod or If you'd like to support the show, you can buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 193: Save Us, Tiger King

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Another week in quarantine, your new BFFs catch up on how the three types of people are navigating the new normal and where they fit in (06:30), being a bad record dad (11:57), the fraught nature of grocery shopping in a pandemic (18:49) and all the things we're keeping busy with including Dark Side of the Ring, Gravity Falls, The Clone Wars, long-distance D&D and more. But who cares about any of that when there's Tiger King to talk about (01:01:18). Get at us on Twitter between episodes, you know at least one of us doesn't have much to do: twitter.com/geekdownpod Support the show buy buying us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcoud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 192: Quarantine Days

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000

These are strange times, friends, and we're trying to navigate them just like you are. As such, format's out the window, instead we talk about all the madness of the way we live now, one piece of Mandalorian news that made Cait very happy (37:33) and run down the many things we've been passing time with under lockdown (40:05) including Grand Theft Auto Online, Murder She Wrote, Gravity Falls, Narcos: Mexico and so much more. Also features the return of Jordan's most infamous take. Come yell at him on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) he's already knows it's coming. If you'd like to support the show, you can but as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 191: Love in the Time of Coronavirus

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Too much going on in the world to do a proper episode, friends, but we wanted to get you something, so enjoy a laid back chit-chat ep featuring Jordan's constantly fluctuating Japan plans and a few check-ins on what we've been up do, including board games, and checking out the FF7 Remake demo and teaching Cait about Star Trek memes. . We're off next week so Jordan can go play rock star, but we'll see you in on March 23 to finally decide if he's going to Japan or not. Stay safe, y'all, wash your hands. . twitter.com/geekdownpod . Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 190: This is How You Lose Her and Sharp Teeth

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Geekdown Book Club reconvenes with "This is How You Lose Her," a short story collection from problematic Pulitzer winner Junot Diaz, and "Sharp Teeth," a free-verse werewolf tale from Toby Barlow (52:20). We also spend a lot of time talking trip planning in a pandemic, and Jordan's imminent heartbreak (3:45), news on Star Wars High Republic (18:53), we gamble for waifus and break down the PhD in algebra required to win on Love Live All Stars(23:23) and updates on what we've been checking for including Altered Carbon, and a pile of mess including Love is Blind and 90 Day Fiance (32:57). . twitter.com/geekdownpod . Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (https://soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 189: Skyward and Ex Machina

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Geekdown Comic Club returns this week as we look at Skyward, a recent offering from Image, and Ex Machina, a somewhat lesser-known work from superstar writer Brian K. Vaughan. (51:28) We also talk Dan DiDio's departure from DC Comics, Alison Brie teases us, Harley Quinn gets renewed (20:52) and updates on all the things we've seen including Harley Quinn, Birds of Prey, High Fidelity and the trash fire that known as Love is Blind (30:32) . Geekdown Wordy Book Club returns next week, with Sharp Teeth by Toby Barlow and This is How You Lose Her by Junot Diaz. . twitter.com/geekdownpod . Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcoud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 188: Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show, we examine if Netflix's latest offering "Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts" can stand out in a crowded field of stellar all-ages animated fare (38:15). We also get the secret origins of Cait and Senior Correspondent (4:50), trip planning at home and abroad, (7:46) and updates on what we've been checking out, which this time are books! Can you even believe it? Next week! Geekdown Comic Club is up, we'll be reading Ex Machina by Brian K. Vaughan and Tony Harris, and Skyward by Joe Henderson and Lee Garbett. Read 'em with us! . twitter.com/geekdownpod . Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcoud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 187: Outburst Dreamer Boys and Mulan (1998)

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

An all-animated episode of the show this week as we check out a sleeper anime from 2019, Outburst Dreamer Boys and Cait begins forcing Jordan to go through the Disney catalog, starting with 1998's Mulan (49:36) . We also talk Wedding Dresses (6:03), weeb tears (28:15)and check-ins on what we're watching, including Picard, Locke and Key and more (33:37)! . twitter.com/geekdownpod . Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcoud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 186: The Handmaiden and Silicon Valley

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

We took a week off and watched all the content, y'all! Like more than usual. After checking in on the Netflix "One Piece" adaptation (8:05), the takes coming fast and frequent on everything from "Picard," "Little America," "Haikyuu!!" and more (18:41). After that, we check out the 2016 Korean thriller "The Handmaiden" and the recently-wrapped tech culture satire from HBO, "Silicon Valley." (58:20) . twitter.com/geekdownpod . Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 185: Harley Quinn (2019)

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

On the program this week we finally give Caitlin an excuse to check out 2019's Harley Quinn animated series, an irreverent mature audience take on the DCU(44:36). We also celebrate Caitlin's full ascension to elderly librarian (4:00), the returning sounds of sickness (13:56)and marvel at Toronto's most bizarre Valentine's event(21:11). We've also got updates on everything we've checked out including the new season of Hip-Hop Evolution, Questlove Supreme,Brittany Runs a Marathon and more. . twitter.com/geekdownpod . Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 184: Giri/Haji and The Bletchley Circle

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Something for the murder corner kids this week as your new BFFs look at a pair of Netflix crime dramas: the London/Tokyo mashup Giri/Haji and the codebreaking crime fighting of The Bletchley Circle (40:40). We also talk about the likelihood of more Watchmen (9:36), the success of AEW (13:41), the return of Nicholas Cage (18:50) and updates on all we've been watching including theatrical remakes of 90s TV shows, #Megxit, our precious volleyball sons and more. . twitter.com/geekdownpod . Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 183: Jumanji and Detroiters

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

A pair of low-stakes comfy hangs this week as your new BFFs check out the 2017 reimagining of Jumanji and the beloved and missed sitcom Detroiters (39:45). Jordan also has his first encounters with Japan's dichotomous relationship with technology (5:22), Caitlin tries working out (14:53) and some news on all the Brian K. Vaughan stories coming to screens bug and small (17:24). Plus a brief trailer roundup, celebrating the return of The Good Place and more! . twitter.com/geekdownpod . Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 182: Nadia and Atlantis

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Back to format for 2020 as your new BFFs examine the shocking similarities between the Studio GAINAX sleeper "Nadia and The Secret of Blue Water" and Disney's foray into PG animation, "Atlantis: The Lost Empire." (52:30) Speaking of GAINAX, we check in on the studio's recent legal woes and Evangelion creator Hideaki Anno's attempts to distance his creation from its original production house (6:32) and catch-up on all the content we got into over the holiday break (10:00). Turns out you can watch, read and listen to a lot of things when you have some time off! . Anything you watched over the holidays that we should check out? Let us know on Twitter (twitter.com/geekdownpod) . The article we discussed breaking down Anno, Gainax and Eva can be found here: https://www.otaquest.com/hideaki-anno-gainax-evangelion/ . Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

The 2019 Lookback

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Through Crapathons and Watch-O-Ramas, Opportune Junes and Cinematic Septembers, your new BFFs consume a lot of content in a calendar year. Some of it delights us, some of it is grrrrrbge. We'll let you know both in this week's episode. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 180: The Knight Before Christmas

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Your new BFFs return to the comforts of made-for-TV holiday movies this year with the straight-to-Netflix time travel romance "The Knight Before Christmas." Can it reach the "heights" of 2018's "The Christmas Inheritance"? No, no it can't, but we still had talking about it. Also! Cait approaches her final form, we celebrate the triumph of Watchmen as it wraps up its season, and check in on all the tidbits swirling around that galaxy far, far away. We're off next week for Christmas, y'all. Have a safe and happy holiday. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 179: Southland Tales

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

This week, we belatedly wrap up November Crapathon with 2006's Southland Tales. We're very sorry. Also updates on backpacks, weddings and the usual array of shows we're checking out including Watchmen, The Mandalorian, Succession and The Crown. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 178: How Heavy Are The Dumbbells You Lift? and Dune

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000

In what is sure to be one for the Geekdownpod HOF, November Crapathon continues with 2019's anime trash "How Heavy Are the Dumbbells You Lift?" and David Lynch's 1984 treatment on the scifi classic "Dune." Also continuing thoughts on The Mandalorian, Cait may have found her next caper, and a take so hot we had to bury it at the end of the episode. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 177: Robin of Sherwood and The Golden Child

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000

After an unplanned hiatus, November Crapathon returns with a very 80's reimagining of the Robin Hood Legend and an the Eddie Murphy fantasy/comedy mess The Golden Child. There's also all the chat about Disney+, The Mandalorian, Watchmen, and all the things we've been watching in this current high water mark for culture consumption. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 176: November Crapathon Arrives

Sun, 03 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000

You wait for it all year, we wait for it all year, November Crapathon returns to the Geekdown, as we force each other to watch things we know are bad. First up, the gold standard in botching a sure thing, the feature adaptation of Masters of the Universe, and another face on the Rushmore of 90s action stars, Steven Seagal's Marked for Death. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 175: School Live and Death Becomes Her

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Spoopy season concludes as your BFFs look at the underrated and twist filled anime School Live and the black comedy Death Becomes Her. Were they suitably creepy? We shall see. Also: Cait embraces the sickness, stay off the Joker stairs, someone is unmoved by the Janeway memorial, and updates on what we've been checking out. Watchmen. It's mostly Watchmen. Christmas comes early next week, friends, as November Crapathon comes to bless your timelines with the finest garbage all month long. We hope you'll join us. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 174: Chilling Sabrina and The Junji Ito Collection

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Out of time for the start of spooky season on the Geekdown as we spend some time with the Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and the anime anthology of horror master Junji Ito's shorter works. There's also some leisurely chat on the sickness and Jordan's urge to watch Martin Scorsese's film "Casino". Back in time next week for more spoopy business, friends! Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 173: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Single topic show this week as Jord and Cait finally delve into isekai genre with "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime." Surprisingly, not the most cumbersome title in this popular genre. We also chat about Netflix blessing us with more Midnight Diner, Caitlin plays the goose game, the worst thing Jordan saw online this week and more. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 172: The Monday Night Wars and The Secret of NIMH

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Your BFFs return with some classic material: Jordan brings the era-defining clash of wrestling promotions known as The Monday Night Wars, and Caitlin continues to advocate for animator Don Bluth, coming with his debut feature The Secret of NIMH. We also check in on the news coming out of New York Comicon and share updates on what we've been watching, including what may be the arrival of a new Kdrama to our lives. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 171: Titan AE and Millennium Actress

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Cinematic September concludes with work from two legendary animators, Don Bluth's "Titan AE" and Satoshi Kon's "Millennium Actress." We also recap our afternoon of culture and why if you're going to form a line around Caitlin MacKinnon, you better have it together, as well as Spidey chat, Apple+ wonderings and the Mike Schurr civil war is gearing up again. It's going to be a long season. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 170: Whoopsiedoodle

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Technical difficulties precluded us from doing a standard episode this week, so instead you get an occasionally newsy, mostly chit-chatty episode. We talk miracle anime returns, the return of Cait's Astronomy Corner, upcoming shows we're amped for, and entirely too much time on our current backpack needs (send suggestions). Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 169: Superbad and I Heart Huckabees

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 09:00:16 +0000

Cinematic September rolls on with a pair of early aughts comedy selections, the generational touchstone "Superbad" and the art house surrealism of I Heart Huckabees. Also! Tokyo Panic, Suicde Squad casting, Disney+ gets more of Cait's money, wrestling's third golden age is upon us and more. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 168: The Dark Crystal and Coming to America

Sun, 08 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Back to format this week for what is apparently the first instalment of what Cait's dubbing "Cinematic September," where we'll pause our endless love affair with television to revisit some movies we love. Up first: Jim Henson's dark fantasy tale "The Dark Crystal" and the Eddie Murphy rom-com "Coming to America." We also talk about collecting disappointments, the weirdest wrestling story we've heard in awhile, Jordan has quibbles with the murder corner and Caitlin discovers she really likes David Fincher. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 167: Duck Tales (2017)

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000

It's an August Watch-O-Rama bonus as Jord and Cait correct our schedule, fulfilling a listener request to check out the star-studded 2017 relaunch of Disney's classic cartoon Duck Tales. We also catch up on a gang of newsbites coming out of the D23 convention, deal with typical record buying dilemmas and update each other on what we've been checking including The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, Yakuza 0, new albums from Tool and Little Brother and more. Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 166: The Boys

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000

August Watch-O-Rama wraps up for another year (maybe, we might need a do over, details in the ep) with Amazon's superhero deconstruction The Boys. Cait had been waiting for this one a long time, did it meet her expectations? Also this ep! More of how we spent our summer vacations and the massive update dump of all the content we consumed including Derry Girls, Dear White People, the Men Writing Women Twitter account, the third Mummy movie no one talks about, Destination Wedding, the nightmare of terrestrial television and so much more! Become a patron and get bonus eps, playlists, essays and more at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 165: Gentleman Jack

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Reunited in space and time, your new BFFs end their summer sabbatical for reals this time, to chat about the one thing Caitlin's been calling out for since this podcast began: Gentleman Jack, HBO's adaptaion of the diaries of Anne Lister, widely considered the first modern lesbian. There's also sad chat about the KyoAni fire and putting down beloved pets, happy chat like improving how we live and our travel chronicles, and a dose of twitchy chat as Cait reckons with Jordan's organizational choices. Please consider supporting the Geekdown via our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 164: Die

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000

August Watch-O-Rama rolls on with "Die," the dark fantasy graphic novel from one of our favourites, writer Kieron Gillen. We also talk about Netflix's Sandman adaptation and some other bits of chat chat on topics great and small. Back at it, and back in time next week for "Gentleman Jack," the historical drama based on the diaries of Anne Lister, and the one thing Caitlin's been waiting for since this podcast started. Please consider supporting the Geekdown via our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 163: Stranger Things 3

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000

August Watch-O-Rama 2019 commences with our traditional jaunt to Hawkins, IN to catch up with Mike, Eleven and the rest of the crew and see just how strange things have gotten in Netflix's Stranger Things 3. We've also got updates from the Walking Dead and Anime Expo, all of which are out of date since we recorded this episode in July, as well as updates to what we were checking out including Derry Girls, and some dusty episodes of Forensic Files Caitlin hadn't seen yet. What do you think is the best adaptation? Get at us and let us know. Please consider supporting the Geekdown via our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 162: A Silent Voice

Tue, 02 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Grab the tissues, y'all Opportune June gives way to August Watch-O-Rama with the 2016 anime feature film "A Silent Voice." How many times did we cry? A lot! We'll talk about that, Cait's road to recovery, the neverending existential crises of the record collector, and all the things we've been watching including "Booksmart", "Jessica Jones", the novels of Sue Grafton and more. This marks the start of summer hiatus, we'll be back with you on August 6th to start the Watch-O-Rama proper! Stay safe and have a great summer y'all! Nintendo's for babies! Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 161: Pasta Redux and Cars 3

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Opportune June rolls on with audience choice! The people had things they wanted us to get back to, and they let us know, so Cait returned to the world of Korean drama 'Pasta,' and Jordan is now allowed to have an opinion, having seen 'Cars 3.' There's also an admittedly scattershot front half of the show on everything to the frustrations of learning Japanese, a few things we've been watching and a very, very important apology. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 160: Re:Creators and The Expanse Revisited

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Opportune June rolls on with hosts' choice, as Cait and Jord revisit the meta anime Re:Creators and the space opera The Expanse, two shows they really liked but fell by the wayside years ago. Did they continue to keep our interest? We shall see. Also this ep! The North triumphs, ThinkGeek shuts down, the financial benefits of staying in haunted hotels and more, including updates on what we've been watching including Good Omens and The Black Godfather. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 159: Opportune June With Avatar and Utena

Tue, 11 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

We commence our latest theme month this week with the arrival of Opportune June! For the next four weeks we've decided to revisit some of the things we've brought each other on the show over the last three years, free from the grind of the weekly content mill. And what better way to kick it off than by forcing each other to spend more time with shows we've been vocally ambivalent about, Avatar the Last Airbender and Revolutionary Girl Utena. Have our takes cooled over the years? We'll find out together. Also this ep! So much to talk about including Anime North, a monumental development in Jordan's life, the highs and lows of Waifu World, and all the things we've been watching including Good Omens, Fleabag, I Think You Should Leave and more. Thanks for hanging, friends. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 158: Venom

Tue, 28 May 2019 10:00:27 +0000

Caitlin went to Anime North! And we'll hear all about it next week. For now, it's culinary adventuring for Captain Poor Brain, Amazon irritations and a surprising discussion of the Venom, the Marvel movie no one asked for. Next week marks the start of our latest theme-month brain child: Opportune June! A chance for us to return to things we liked but haven't found the time to revisit, and a chance to force each other to keep watching something we weren't crazy about. It's sure to be...something. Thanks for listening, friends! Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 157: Hard Boiled and John Wick

Tue, 21 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

A gunfire filled double feature on the pod this week as Jord and Cait revisit the first John Wick in anticipation of the third, and look back at one of the franchise's influences, the work of Hong Kong Director John Woo with his film Hard Boiled. There's also a fair bit of talk on the legacy of Game of Thrones, grandpa gets a new phone, Batman gets sparkly and a fight about Star Trek. If you're headed to Anime North 2019 this weekend, check for your girl Caity Mac at the Brightshield Games booth and say hey! Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 156: Losers and Bad Boys

Tue, 14 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

On failure, triumph, and the 1989 Detroit Pistons. Come at me, Edgelord. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 155: HitoriBocchi and Civil War

Tue, 07 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Cait returns from her trip through Real America(TM) to join Jordan for a chat about a sleeper of the Spring 19 Anime Season, Hitori Bocchino Marumaru Seikatsu, and the Russo Bros first swing at an Avengers movie, Captain America: Civil War. There will be a couple of Endgame details in there as well, listener beware. We also talk about Cait's trip, the continued problems with the take economy, another of Jordan's existential crises, and what we've been watching including Street Foods on Netflix, Star Trek: Discovery, Carole & Tuesday and Sarazanmai. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 154: The Twilight Zone (2019)

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Believe it or not, we still had things to talk about after last week's chunky episode. This time out we struggle against our worst impulses after the Cowboy Bebop casting announcements, process yet another pile of Star Wars news and general Disney+ announcements, Cait wants to know what happened at Wrestlemania 35, we touch on things we've been watching including Sabrina and Ainori, and check out Jordan Peele's Twilight Zone reboot. We've got quibbles, y'all! Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 153: Russian Doll and The Two Killings of Sam Cooke

Tue, 16 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Crawling our way back from illness-induced hiatus, your new BFF's return with a monster of an episode, catching you up on all the things we've been watching and doing the last three weeks. Medieval Times! Perfume live in Toronto! Record Store Day! Road trips! Special Appearance by Petey Pablo! It's all here! And we also talk about a pair of Netflix gems, the comedic puzzle box Russian Doll and music doc The Two Killings of Sam Cooke. Thanks for your patience during our absence, friends! We hope you stay with us. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 152: Poco's Udon World and Waitress

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000

BABIES WILL FIX EVERYTHING. At least that's what the 2016 anime Poco's Udon World and the 2007 film Waitress would have us believe. We were buying? Answers await. Also this ep! Jordan's going to Medieval Times, Amazon answers Caitlin's prayers, QUEEN SZN is almost here and more. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 151: Moon Knight (2016) and Nextwave

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Geekdown Comic Club reconvenes as we peer into some neglected corners of the Marvel Universe, first with the 2016 edition of Moon Knight, followed by the celebration and satirization of "Weird Marvel" known as Nextwave. We'll also talk about the Endgame trailer and some other news bits but who cares, this show is only a "Romance is a Bonus Book" recap pod now. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 150: Romance is a Bonus Book & Cars

Tue, 12 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Surprise to no one, there's lots of Captain Marvel chat this ep, but the spoilery-est parts are from 5:00 - 15:55. Also surprise to no one, we watched the Pixar movie 'Cars' and Korean drama 'Romance is a Bonus Book.' We also checked in on the road to Wrestlemania, updated on our gaming habits and took our weekly tip to Waifu World. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 149: Post-BKSZN Catch-Up!

Tue, 05 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000

When one of the hosts hands in a manuscript on a Friday, it doesn't leave a lot of time to watch things before recording on Sunday. So you know what that means! Chit Chat Ep! It's been three weeks since your New BFFs were at the table together. There are a lot of things you can consume in three weeks, and we talk about them all and then some, including flaming hot Pixar takes, justice for De La Soul and a check-in on Waifu World. Listeners, you may be shocked. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 148: The Big O and Return of the Caped Crusaders

Tue, 19 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Jordan is exhausted and should be doing other things, but we still give you your precious content! This week we check out the vintage anime noir The Big O and the love letter to 60s Batman, Return of the Caped Crusaders. How'd that go? Why don't you listen! Also! White men failing up, Wicked goes cinematic and comfy porn. All the things you expect from this show. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 147: Forensic Files & Fyre

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Your new BFFs return to it again to check out Cait's comfort food "Forensic Files" and the documentary about the disastrous music festival that never was, "Fyre." How does someone who's great at planning like watching people who are terrible at it? We will find out. Also this ep: Netflix continues to rule our lives (for now), and a meandering chat about the Green Bay packers, video game streaming, panic procrastination and Jordan's lowkey concern he's becoming a sociopath. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 146: Shirobako and HIlda

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Another light and tight one this week as your new BFFs check out Shirobako, or: Anime the Anime, and Netflix's all-ages animated offering HIlda. Jordan also lets Caitlin know all the reasons we still don't have Borderlands 3, Cait gets musical, and another no-stakes dispute between the hosts. It's honeycrisp apples all over again. Please visit us at patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. to learn how you can support the show financially. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 145: The Promised Neverland

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Our numbers show the people like it when we dig into anime, so we're checking out one of the Winter 2019 breakaways, the sci-fi suspense show The Promised Neverland. Will it continue to maintain the high standard set by the Noitamina block? We shall see. Also this ep! DC continues its outreach to younger readers, Jordan is the last person to know Bob's Burgers came off Netflix, and updates on what we've been watching and listening to including Steven Universe, Crimetown, Black Thought on What's Good and the majesty of Pornhub comment threads. Help us buy cardigans, it's freezing in Toronto. Find out how at patreon.com/geekdownpod or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 144: Hip-Hop Evolution and Hedwig & The Angry Inch

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000

A very musical episode of the show this week as we check out the Netflix documentary series "Hip-Hop Evolution" and the classic art house musical "Hedwig and the Angry Inch." We also discuss an awkward week for anime fandom, the Spider-Man Far From Home trailer, updates on what we've been watching and proper nudie bar etiquette. Y'know, typical Geekdown. If you like what we do, please consider supporting the show, either via patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 143: Bandersnatch

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Back from a restful holiday break, your new BFFs return to catch you up on all the content they stuffed in their faces, discuss the merits of the KonMari method and check out the interactive Black Mirror episode "Bandersnatch." You also get one of the all time great Caitlin cackles and a Top 5 squabble at the end of the show. Thanks for hanging, friends! If you like what we do, please consider supporting the show, either via patreon.com/geekdownpod or ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

The 2018 Lookback

Tue, 08 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Between episodes in format, Watch-O-Ramas and Crapathons, your new BFFs consumed over 70 pieces of content this year! Which selections stayed with us long after the episode ended? What selections could we not throw in the trash quickly enough? Is milk a neutral? All these questions and more will be answered in the next 45 minutes on the Geekdown 2018 Lookback. Thanks for hanging, friends. Thank you for your continued support (either via patreon.com/geekdownpod, ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, or just by listening) and we'll be back to format next week. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

The Geekdown Highlight Reel

Mon, 31 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000

From the 'Seemed Like a Good Idea at The Time' file, it's the Geekdown Clip Show! A selection of highlights from the first 100 or so episodes of the show. Why just the first 100? Because Jordan is lazy, and didn't realize how labour intensive this would be. So this is what you get. It's probably a good representation of what this show has become in the last couple of years, and reveals the origins of some recurring bits you may have forgotten about (yes, the evolution of Chauncey is here). Thank you for your continued support (either via patreon.com/geekdownpod, ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, or just by listening. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 141: Holiday 2018 with Arthur Christmas and Trading Places

Mon, 24 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000

No days off for the Geekdown as we bring you your annual holiday hang, checking out the 2011 animated flick Arthur Christmas and the 1983 role-reversal comedy Trading Places. We also talk about Netflix puling back the curtain a bit, recommend The Holiday Calendar, recommend stationery and give out a present or two. If you need to get away from your family for 90 minutes, come see us. Happiest of holidays, friends! Thank you for your continued support (either via patreon.com/geekdownpod, ko-fi.com/geekdownpod, or just by listening) and we'll be back with you in the new year. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 140: The Christmas Inheritance

Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Your new BFFs welcome the season by taking a dip into the warm, dank, ankle-deep waters of made-for-Netflix holiday content with The Christmas Inheritance. Did we find any charms in its inoffensive predictability? We shall see. Also this ep! Caitlin recaps all the holiday fare, Red Dead is broken, Yakuza blows Jordan's mind and so much more. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 139: Tezuka's Metropolis and The Emperor's New Groove

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000

The Crapathon is over, so we're back in format this week with a pair of animated features from the turn of the century: Metropolis, based on the work of manga god Osamu Tezuka, and Disney's The Emperor's New Groove. Also this ep, Caitlin ruins Christmas, Netflix's comings and goings, Caitlin's over the take industry and Jordan's heart fully opens to Love Live, surprising no one. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 138: Face/Off and Batman & Robin

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000

November Crapathon comes to a close with a pair of cinematic clusterfucks from 1997: the identity swap insanity of Face/Off and the movie that killed the Caped Crusader for almost a decade, Batman & Robin. We also have Cait's board game pick of the year, the risk and rewards of gacha games, check ins on She-Ra and Zombie Land Saga, and so much more. We're taking next week off,y'all, but we'll be back in two weeks with our annual episodes to close out the year. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 137: Flash Gordon and Skull Face Bookseller Honda-San

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000

November Crapathon continues to ruin your month as we marvel at the movie that would be Star Wars, 1980's Flash Gordon and give some serious thought to just who Skull Face Bookseller Honda-San is supposed to be for? We also remember Stan Lee, endure empty parades, praise Unsolved: True Crime, and share more stories from the lawless West. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 136: UHF & The Cable Guy

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000

November Crapathon rolls on as we revisit more favourites when we were too young and too stupid to know any better, Weird Al's lone foray into motion pictures, 1989's UHF, and the dark comedy that almost tanked Jim Carrey, 1996's The Cable Guy. Yeah, this week didn't go well for anyone. We also dole out the usual stack of nonsense and some updates on Red Dead Redemption 2 and Hilda. Thanks for listening, friends! Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 135: Switchblade Sisters and Double Impact

Tue, 06 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000

You thought we wouldn't do it, but November Crapathon is here! Celebrating a month of grrrrrbge that we love in spite of itself. We're staring the month with some heavy hitters, the 1975 grindhouse classic Switchblade Sisters and Double Impact, a peak Van Damme vehicle from 1991. We also talk about some monumental personal fandom news, the continued perils of record collecting, Cait's best Kanye West impression and things we've consumed that are far better than grrrbge like Red Dead Redemption 2, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and Daredevil Season 3. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 134: Zombie Land Saga & Interview Wth The Vampire

Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Another week of spooky selections, albeit of a campier variety. First we check out Zombie Land Saga, one of the hits of the Fall '18 anime season, then move on to the Vampire Chronicles with the 1994 film adaptation of Anne Rice's novel Interview With the Vampire. We also tackle an important question for the parents this Halloween season, celebrate the return of Crimetown, and uncover the most important casting news this show will ever learn. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 133: Donnie Darko and Perfect Blue

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Back to format this week for the first of two spooooooky episodes to celebrate the Halloween season,this time with a pair of suspenseful classics, the beloved cult film Donnie Darko and Perfect Blue, the directorial debut from anime legend Satoshi Kon. We also talk about the first week of legalized cannabis in Canada, the cancellation of Luke Cage, the hidden gems of Amazon Video, Fargo Season 3 and the role angeldust may or may have not played in its creation, Justice League Dark and more. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 132: Hodgepodge Rides Again

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000

SPOILER WARNING: We nonchalantly tossed off a story detail from the finale of the Spider-Man PS4 game at 1:20:30. Hit your 15-second skip a couple times to dodge it. Coming off a Canadian holiday and varying degrees of anxiety, your new BFFs welcome the return of the oft-requested Hodgepodge episode. Open format is the mood as we meander through a number of topics including Canadian children's entertainers, the struggles of playing rhythm games in your forties, fallout from the Great 2018 Apple Divide, how rape culture damages us all and more. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 131: The Snagglepuss Chronicles & The Dragon Prince

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000

It generally feels like a terrible time to be alive these days, so your new BFFs chose to keep it light this week, looking at a pair of items that make us feel better about humanity's potential. First, we check out "Exit Stage Left: The Snagglepuss Chronicles," the latest from comic writer Mark Russell coming off his celebrated run on "The Flintstones," then we check out "The Dragon Prince," the new animated fantasy series from the minds behind "Avatar: The Last Airbender." We also talk about high tea, the ickyness dudely spaces, let a disagreement about apples threaten to tear the show apart and give updated on what we've been checking out including "Iron Fist" and "Jack Ryan." Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 130: Iron Fist S2

Mon, 24 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Oh damn, the audio held up this week! Seduced by the hype and promises of improvement, Jord and Cait spend some time with the second season of Marvel's Iron Fist. Did it manage to shed the white savior tropes baked into the character? We'll talk about that and more. We also talk about Captain Marvel, Batman's wang, a royal return and so much more. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 129: High Noon & Dragon Half

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Hey, only half the episode sounds like grrrrbge this time! Getting better every week, I tell you. If you can stomach the drop in quality, hang around for our chat on the allegorical Western High Noon and the irredeemable stupidity of Dragon Half. Before that in much better fidelity, we talk about Cait's island times, everyone's playing Spider-Man but Jordan, Chelsea Cain has another sad go with Marvel, talk on last week's Apple event and the lameness of tech review culture, Caitlin has the hottest takes on the lamest shit, and more. It's not enthusiasm, friends, it's shame. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 128: Audio Issues with Here is Greenwood & The Thin Man

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000

So this episode sounds like garbage. For some reason Jordan’s decided the audio should record from its built-in microphone instead of the mics and mixer we usually use. Which also means there are no drops. Jordan is mortified by the quality, and didn’t want to post it, but it’s a fun one, so we couldn’t let it just vanish. So we talked about forgotten slice of life anime Here is Greenwood and the classic pre-code noirish hijinx of The Thin Man. We also bring back more chit chat, Caitlin berates Jordan for good reasons and updates on what we’ve been watching including Jack Ryan, old episodes of Iron Chef Japan and Luke Cage. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 127: Table 19 and Dirty Pair

Tue, 04 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Back in time and back in format with your pod Mom and Dad celebrating Caitlin's uncanny ability to find forgotten Anna Kendrick movies on Netflix with "Table 19," and Jordan going waaaay back, like back in time, with classic 80s anime franchise Dirty Pair, specifically the film "Project Eden." We also offer one last practical tip for your future cosplaying, Caitlin finds a blogger after her own heart and important snacking developments. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 126: Banana Fish

Mon, 27 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000

August Watch-O-Rama concludes with what was one of the buzzier shows when the summer 18 anime season began, Banana Fish. Did the shoujo gangster saga hold our interest? Answers await. Also this ep, our occasional (when we remember to do it) breakdown of the FanExpo guest autograph fees! Who's a bargain? Who's overvaluing? How much would you pay to smell Jason Momoa? We'll break it all down for you. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 125: Collateral

Tue, 21 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Your new BFFs finally reunite for reals as August Watch-O-Rama rolls on with the BBC mystery drama "Collateral." We also catch up on Cait's vacation, evaluate the current state of JPop fandom, and update on what we've been watching, including "Crazy Rich Asians" and loads of summer comfort food. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 124: Castle Rock

Sat, 11 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Special guest host Chris Kozak fills in for a jet lagged Caitlin as August Watch-O-Rama rolls on with a trip to Castle Rock, the new Hulu series fro JJ Abrams set in the world of horror novelist Stephen King. Also this ep! Lots of gamer talk including the Red Dead Redemption gameplay trailer, Stardew Valley's multiplayer and Fallout ducking Steam, as well as a heady conversation on the internet doesn't make content as immutable as maybe we think it does. Please consider supporting the Geekdown by becoming a patron! Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 123: Luke Cage Season 2

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Summer hiatus is over! August Watch-O-Rama begins! And in a surprise to no one, since we've been announcing it for weeks, the first installment catches up with maybe our overall favourite of the Netflix Marvel shows, "Luke Cage." We also have a ton to catch up on, including vacations past and future, Jordan's Jpop crisis and all the things we've been watching, including an actual movie (in a theatre!), Nanette, FLCL Progressive and a ton more. Thanks for coming back to us, friends! If you want to see what we get into during July, become a patron by visiting our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

A Programming Note for July

Tue, 03 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000

A brief reminder that Jord and Cait are taking July off to get in a little traveling, a little writing, a little recharge time. We'll be back on August 7th to kick off August Watch-O-Rama with the second season of Luke Cage, so check out the first three eps and meet us back here, then. Patrons, we'll still have a few things for you during the hiatus, so keep an eye on your email or the Patron feed. Non-Patrons, if you don't want to miss anything, swing by patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. We'll still be around on the socials, so check for us on Facebook and Twitter, too for the full August Watch-O-Rama schedule and other shenanigans. Have a great summer, y'all! We'll see you soon. xo Jord and Cait.

Episode 122: Tokyo Tarareba Girls & Mister Miracle 2017

Mon, 25 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000

One last hang with your new BFFs before we take off for summer break, and we go out with a pair of heavy hitters: Tokyo Tarareba Girls, the latest project from the woman who gave us Princess Jellyfish, and the celebrated take on Jack Kirby's New God, 2017's Mister Miracle from Tom King and Mitch Gerads. How'd those go over? Surprisingly. You'll have to listen to find out why. Also this ep! One last round of Star Wars stupidity to send us off, a breezy round of chit chat and updates to what we've been enjoying this week, including Megalo Box, Doomsday Clock and the work of Sue Grafton. Thanks for hanging, friends! We'll be back on August 7! If you want to see what we get into during July, become a patron by visiting our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod, or buy as a coffee at ko-fi.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 121: Motor Crush & Justice League International

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Geekdown Comic Club returns this week as we look at "Motor Crush" a recent title form Image Comics with no shortage of buzz, and the highly influential take on the Justice Leage, 1987's "Justice League International." We also work through some sartorial dilemmas, offer protips on improving office life, chat about the Chloe Dykstra Medium post sent a rumble through nerdery this week and a handful of updates on what we've been checking out, including "The Staircase" and "FLCL: Progressive." Please consider supporting the show via our Patreon campaign (patreon.com/geekdownpod), or by buying us a coffee on Ko-Fi! ko-fi.com/geekdownpod is where you can make a one-time donation of $3 to the show. More info at the link. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 120: The Book of Life and Mob Psycho 100

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000

The summer lazies are starting to settle in, so it's kind of a meandering wander through an episode of the Geekdown this week through 80s toy lines, the continuing stupidity of Star Wars fans, the squandering of creative freedom and so much more before settling into a chat about the 2014 animated film The Book of Life and the 2016 anime Mob Psycho 100. Thanks for hanging, friends! Please consider supporting the Geekdown on Patreon: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 119: Wotakoi and The Ministry of Time

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Back like we left something, your new BFFs to talk 'Wotakoi,' one of the buzzier shows of the Spring '18 anime season, and 'The Ministry of Time,' a hidden gem from Spain sitting on your Netflix that you may have missed. How'd they go over? Answers await. Also this ep! Beef season back, Cait saw Solo, Jordan's heart remains open to Terrace House and the usual blend of chit chat you know and love. Thanks for listening, friends! Please consider supporting the Geekdown on Patreon: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 118: Barry

Tue, 29 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Out of time this week, but a meaty episode nevertheless, as we check in on the recently wrapped dark comedy "Barry," from HBO, co-created by and starring a Geekdown Hall of Heroes member Bill Hader. Also this ep! Caitlin's continuing education, Jordan's throwback gamer rage, the burning monstrosity that is Netflix's 'Rea(l)ove' and so much more. Please consider supporting the Geekdown Podcast on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 117: 28 Days and Miss Hokusai

Tue, 22 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000

It's the tension that fuels this podcast more often than not: can impressionistic, episodic narratives work as effectively as straightforward tales with rising action and climax? That's what we're getting into this week as we look at the Sandra Bullock rehab drama 28 Days and the historical anime film Miss Hokusai. Did we reach a conclusion? Answers await. Also this ep! The war with fuckery continues, fandoms are awful, a quick check in on Deadpool 2, the love of a good tote bag and more. Please consider supporting the Geekdown Podcast on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 116: Killing Eve and Pushing Daisies

Tue, 15 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000

A return to format this week as your new BFFs welcome back a pair of show MVPs: Killing Eve, the latest from Pheobe Waller-Bridge (she of Fleabag) and Pushing Daisies, another installment of the Fullerverse from writer-showrunner Bryan Fuller. Also this ep! snack disappointments, declined plans, emotional rollercoasters, a vigorous debate on how odd is too odd and more. Thanks for hanging with us, friends! Please consider supporting the Geekdown Podcast on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 115: The Return of Hodgepodge!

Mon, 07 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Been the hottest of minutes since we just had a sit around the table and yap about whatever came to mind, so this week that's what we did! Not only that, we're joined by Chief Brown Correspondent Khaiam Dar to talk about all manner of things not limited to but including: Dear White People, Altered Carbon, Teen Titans GO!, John Mulaney's latest Netflix special, the White House Correspndents Dinner, Kanye, Khaled and 'Bino. As well as multiple examples of why we shouldn't have a guest on the pod before getting another microphone, and maybe a pen to corral them in. Please consider supporting the Geekdown Podcast on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 114: Mad Max Fury Road and Megalo Box

Mon, 30 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Getting post-apocalyptic this week as your new BFFs check out the 2015 reboot Mad Max: Fury Road and Megalo Box, one of the early favourites of the Spring 2018 anime season. How did they fare? Answers await you. Also this ep! Everything is on fire and nothing matters! Featuring Kanye West, Nobohiro Watsuki, Rockstar Games and so much more. Sorry y'all, kind of a downer this week. Please consider supporting the Geekdown via our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 113: Andre the Giant and Lost in La Mancha

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000

This week your new BFFs get their documentary on, checking out the recent HBOSports doc on legendary pro wrestler Andre the Giant, as well as 'Lost in La Mancha,' the story of director Terry Gilliam's long and failure-riddled quest to complete his adaptation of Don Quixote. Also this ep! Jordan levels up on Record Store Day, Caitlin has a new bingeworthy Netflix show, Universal Fan Con is postponed and the Tribeca Film Fest is a disaster, as well as updates to all the things we've been checking out lately. Please consider supporting the Geekdown via our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 112: The Fall (2006) and Paranoia Agent

Tue, 17 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Time to get weird, y'all, as your new BFFs check out the 2006 film The Fall from director Tarsem Singh, and continue our way through the filmography of Satoshi Kon, this time with his 2004 TV show Paranoia Agent. We'll also talk about more adventures in collecting, Cait lays it down for the Comf Championship Belt, a realtime snack report and more. Please consider supporting the Geekdown via our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 111: A Place Further Than the Universe & Mr. Right

Tue, 10 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000

A jam-packed show this week as we check in on the things we've been watching, reading and eating. We check out FLCL: Alternative, apologize to Violet Evergarden, take a Borgen break and remember Isao Takahata before sharing our thoughts on 'A Place Further Than the Universe,' one of the stars of the Winter '18 anime season, and the romantic black comedy "Mr. Right,' from the people who brought you 'Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency.' C'mon and hang, friends! Please consider supporting the Geekdown via our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 110: Roxanne Roxanne

Tue, 03 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show Cait and Jord check out 'Roxanne Roxanne,' the recent Netflix biopic of golden age rapper Roxanne Shante. We've been petitioning for the stories of the actual pioneers to be told for a while now, was this what we wanted? Also this ep, we update our lives, deal with another of Jordan's mild existential crises, mourn Donald Glover's Deadpool cartoon and catch each other up on what we've been checking out, including some old favourites and books, y'all! Actual books! Please consider supporting the Geekdown via our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 109: Superstore and Fresh Off The Boat

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000

The staple of anyone's television diet, the comfy blanket guiding you through the hours between school and dinnertime or the reward after finishing your homework, it's the network sitcom! And we are not immune to their charms, so this week Cait and Jord look at two of the better examples airing today, Superstore and Fresh Off the Boat. Also this ep! An update to Jordan's rant from last week, Caitlin is enchanted by the theatre of the squared circle again and updates on what we've been checking out, including Horizon Zero Dawn and more Jessica Jones talk. Please consider supporting the Geekdown via our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (sounfcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 108: The Wrestler and Galaxy Quest

Tue, 20 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Jordan is VEXED, y'all, and he needs to get it off of his soul, which takes a while, but we still have time to discuss two movies about people past their primes trying to find a renewed purpose, 2008's Oscar nominated drama 'The Wrestler,' and 1999's sci-fi comedy "Galaxy Quest.' We also talk about Jessica Jones, the unexpected return of a member of the Comf Hall of Fame and other assorted chitchat. Don't be gatekeepers, y'all. It's not a good look. Please consider supporting the Geekdown via our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 107: Chihayafuru - Kimi no Ku

Tue, 13 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000

An unexpected selection from an unexpected source as Jord and Cait check out the 2016 live action adaptation of popular sports/romance manga Chihayafuru. Were they swept away like the cards of the torifuda? Only one way to know for sure. Also this ep! Nerds are angry when they should just be sad, the Golden Compass gets a redo, updates and a new batch of sound effects. Please consider supporting the Geekdown via our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 106: 24 Hour Party People & Showa Ginroku Rakugo Shinju

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000

The janky age is over! The mixer is here and with it the 'morning zoo' radio feel Jordan's been aching for. Getting historical on the show this week as we look at '24 Hour Party People,' the story of Factory Records and the Madchester music scene, and 'Showa Ginroku Rakugo Shinju,' the celebrated anime drama set set in the world of Japanese comedic storytelling. Also this ep! An expanded universe in an unexpected place, defending Kim Kardashian, shots fired at 'The Frankenstein Chronicles' and 'Violet Evergarden,' updates, chit chat and more. If you'd like to support Geekdown, visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod for more information. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 105: Haikyu!! and Persuasion (2007)

Tue, 27 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Romantic literature and volleyball, they go together like chocolate and gasoline, but somehow your new BFFs always make discussions of such disparate items compelling. Can there be any crossover between athletic anime Haikyu!! and the 2007 adaptation of Jane Austen's 'Perusasion'? Possibly. Answers await. Also this week! Black Panther continues to reign, The Anime Awards are....a thing that happened, fuckery plays out in real time and everyone loses, updates to all the things we've been checking out, Jordan drops an important ball and more. Thanks for hanging, friends. If you'd like to support Geekdown, visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod for more information. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 104: Moana and Excel Saga

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000

It's a Skype episode, y'all. We're very sorry. Up with Black Panther, down with raisins! We also look at the recent Disney offering 'Moana,' the anime that went batshit crazy two decades before Pop Team Epic, 'Excel Saga,' and all the things we've been watching like 'Star Trek: Discovery,' 'One Day at a Time,' the latest Chris Rock comedy special and of course, a 'Borgen' break. Please consider supporting Geekdown via our Patreon campaign: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 103: In This Corner of the World and Hanna

Mon, 12 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Feast or famine around this place friends, but a surplus of news means an extra long episode for you! This week Jord and Cait look at two films about young people dealing with violent forces beyond their control, 2016's WW2 anime drama "In This Corner of the World" and 2011's action/adventure film "Hanna." How did your BFF's feel about that? Answers await. Also this ep! Some milkshake ducks and general fuckery, a Superbowl trailer roundup, Jordan revisits his take on "Dark" (with deep spoilers from 53:30 - 01:02:35), the debut of the Borgen Break, the Snow v. Cold debate continues and so much more. Please consider supporting Geekdown via our Patreon campaign: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 102: Dark

Tue, 06 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Jord and Cait are getting Dark this week, taking a break from format to check out the creepy German sci-fi import from Netflix. Did the time jumping mystery fill them with the good or bad kind of dread? Answers await. Also this week! Bringing babies to the D&D sesh, the hazards of the digital marketplace, Jordan read a book, and so much more. Thanks for listening, friends! Please consider supporting Geekdown via our Patreon campaign: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 101: Gattaca and Violet Evergarden

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000

On to the next hundred episodes of the Geekdown, your new BFFs return to format this week, looking at the 90s sci-fi classic Gattaca and a sleeper about life after war from the Winter '18 anime season, Netflix's Violet Evergarden. Also this ep! Jordan accepts that he's washed, Star Trek Discovery has won Cait's heart, Marvel continues to have a bad year, libraries are killing it and all the rascality you've come to expect from us. Thanks for listening, friends! Please consider supporting The Geekdown via our Patreon campaign: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 100!

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000

WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE AUDIO QUALITY. 😓 After many false starts, Episode 100 of The Geekdown is here! Jord and Cait pop a bottle, talk about what the show's meant to them and tackle a few philosophical conundrums on matters great and irrelevant while trying the whole time to avoid slipping into 'vlogger voice.' Thank you so much to everyone who's listened to the show, tweeted, emailed, commented, stopped us on the street, or just acknowledged us. We are small, yet we are mighty, and we are proud of what we've built, and remain floored that people enjoy it. We hope you ride with us for the next 100. Please consider supporting The Geekdown via our Patreon campaign, so we can finally get a mixer, thus ensuring snafus like this never happen again: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 99: Turbo Championship Edition

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000

CONTINUE TO PUT THE CHAPMAGNE DOWN. THIS IS STILL NOT GEEKDOWN 100. But your new BFFs are reunited around the table, which isn't Skype, so y'know, baby steps. In keeping with Geekdown tradition, we look at a pair of things that could not be more dissimilar, the recent Netflix live-action adaptation of the acclaimed manga "Erased," and the Marilyn Monroe classic, "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes." We've also got lots of chit-chat, both inane and important, drop a news story or two, and share what we've been checking out including more Father Brown, returning favourites like Star Trek Discovery and The Good Place, and Jordan's poor time management in Persona 5. Please consider supporting The Geekdown via our Patreon campaign: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Geekdown Apology Bonus Episode!

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000

As promised on last week's show, as an apology for not delivering Geekdown100 in a timely fashion, here's the first of the bonus episodes, recorded last year and originally only available to show Patrons. Cait gives Jordan some backgrounding on Dungeons and Dragons, and prepares him for the quest ahead. Thank for your patience friends, we appreciate it. If this chicanery strikes you as something you'd like more of, you can discover how to get it over at the Patreon page: patreon.com/geekdownpod Geekdown100 still coming sooner than Kingdom Hearts III.

Episode 99 3/8: Re-chain of Sleep Birth -- Prelude Remix

Tue, 09 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000

PUT THE CHAMPAGNE DOWN. THIS IS NOT EPISODE 100 OF THE GEEKDOWN. Due to a combination of illness and frigid weather, Jord and Cait were not able to meet in person this week, so they put the actual Geekdown100 on hold, which is really the most Geekdown thing they could have done. Instead, we give you a standard in-format ep, kicking off hashtag-comf-season with the BBC's adaptation of the Father Brown Mysteries by GK Chesterton, and Amazon's dramatic comedy 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,' fresh from its anointing at this week's Golden Globes. Also loads of chit chat, updates on what we've been watching and playing, and a long overdue implementation of a policy regarding dick towels. Find out how you can support the show at patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 99: The 2017 Lookback

Tue, 02 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000

The year was a hot pile of grrrrrrrbge, but there were still some things worth celebrating, so that's what we're doing. Jord and Cait pick the three things they loved best from the past twelve months of podcasting, the one single topic champion, and the one that boofed the hardest. Also! Chitchat and the usual hangs. It was a holiday ep, what do you want. Next up? Geekdown 100. Find out how you can support the show at patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgasser), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 98: Christmas Miracles

Mon, 18 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000

LISTENER ADVISORY: Light spoilers for The Last Jedi in the second half, but we give you ample warning. It's Christmas time again, and in the spirit of giving your new BFFs are looking at the one thing they can't believe the other person hasn't seen: the acclaimed crime drama Breaking Bad and a small indie film about laser swords, Star Wars: The Force Awakens Also this ep! the hazards of doling out takes fast and loose, getting the creeping horrors from a visual novel about poetry, a flip phone on a selfie stick and all the updates to what we're watching and planning to watch over the holidays. Thanks for hanging, friends! And have a peaceful and relaxing holiday break watching and reading and eating all the things you love. Find out how you can support the show at patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgasser), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 97: Recovery of an MMO Junkie and Chicago

Mon, 11 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Request day on the Geekdown as we look at the recent anime sleeper hit "Recovery of an MMO Junkie" and make good on a promise (or threat)by starting our examination of musicals, the Oscar-winning "Chicago." Also, loads of Marvel talk, Cait levels up, a beloved supporting character makes her return to the pod, and the hangs you love. We also preview the rest of the year on Geekdown in advance of the sure to be legendary Episode 100. Be sure to listen to the tag this week, Cait's life has been changed. Thanks for listening friends! If you'd like to support the show, you can find out how at patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgasser), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 96: Little Witch Academia and The Witches of Eastwick

Mon, 04 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Getting downright witchy on the pod this week as we look at the all ages gem from Studio Trigger, 'Little Witch Academia,' and the 1980s sexual farce from the director of Mad Max, "The Witches of Eastwick." How was that? Answers await. ALSO! The curious case of Akira Yoshida, Avengers trailer talk, Cait's astronomy minute, updates to what we've watched and 90% less video game talk. If you'd like to support Geekdown, visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod for more information. Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 95: Gaming and Godless

Wed, 29 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000

So Jordan got a PS4, which means nothing to most of you who consider yourselves gamers, but is a serious deal for him. He is filled with joy, and he chooses to share that joy with Cait and y'all. So there's a lot of video game talk and chit chat, but we also talk about the week in milkshake ducks (1:04:20), the death of Univeral's Dark Universe (1:11:07), and the return of Black Mirror (1:13:33) before settling into a conversation about the new Netflix Western 'Godless' (1:26:24). Did it meet Caitlin's approval? Answers await. Please consider supporting the show via our Patreon campaign! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 94: Catch-Up 2017

Tue, 21 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Here at the Geekdown, we consume a lot of media. Sometimes, we really like what we've consumed, and would love to spend more time with it, but that content train never stops, and each week brings something new to check out. Because of that, sometimes we like to take a breath, step out of format, and revisit some of those things we liked, to see if they still hold up to our initial impressions. This is one of those weeks. Also this ep! Caitlin recovers, Jordan has many decisions to make, all the updates and good time hangs with your new BFFs in the typical Geekdown fashion. Please consider supporting the show via our Patreon campaign! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 93: Into the Badlands & Mr. Osomatsu

Tue, 14 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Chief Brown Correspondent Khaiam Dar joins Jordan in the Polly Pocket this week to discuss the post-apocalyptic martial arts extravaganza Into the Badlands and the absurdist animated shenanigans of the Matsuno sextuplets on Mr. Osomatsu. Also this ep! Brian Bendis does this unthinkable, we continue our recknoning on This Week in Milkshake Ducks, Khaiam watches so much anime and more. Please consider supporting the show via our Patreon campaign! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (@robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 92: Blood Blockade Battlefront & What We Do In the Shadows

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Halloween is over, but we stay spooky, taking a look at the beloved anime of monsters in Manhattan, 'Blood Blockade Battlefront,' and 'What We Do in the Shadows,' an earlier work from director Taika Waititi, recently of 'Thor: Ragnarok.' Also this week, Jordan Peele goes to the Twilight Zone, Jordan and Cait are social butterflies amendments to Caitlin's Posse and so much more on another chill hang with your new BFFs. Please consider supporting the show via our Patreon campaign! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 91: Stranger Things 2

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

It's Halloween and Mike, El, Hopper and the rest are back, so Cait and Jord dug into Stranger Things 2, now on Netflix. Do remember that this pod has two rules and a policy, so if you're behind on your viewing, you might get some things spoiled for you if you haven't seen up to episode 3 at least. Listener discretion and all that. Also this ep, Jordan's hometown adventures and his self-reckoning, Caitlin doubles her glamour quotient, Zachary Levi is Pratting, and updates on all the things we checked out during our week off. Please consider supporting the show via our Patreon campaign! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 90: Conan and Game of Death

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

We're out of time this week so Jordan could go gallivanting in the homeland this week, but you know our takes are so hot they can stay fresh for a week or more. Since it was Jordan's birthday week, we're looking at things as old as him! 1982's Conan the Barbarian and 1978's Bruce Lee cash grab Game of Death. Both films are objectively bad, but were they bad meaning bad or bad meaning good? Answers await. Also this ep, gems Jordan's gleaned from his decades on this earth, miso soup-related mishaps and general stupidity in the celebrated Geekdown fashion. Please consider supporting Geekdown through our Patreon campaign: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 89: All The Birds in the Sky and Rat Queens

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

The Geekdown Book Club is back in effect! Remembering we know how to read, Jord and Cait look at the Nebula Award winning novel from Charlie Jane Anders 'All the Birds in the Sky' and the celebrated if not uncomplicated fantasy romp Rat Queens. If you're take supply is running low and stale, you're in the right place. Also this ep! Jordan's birthday week commences, we eulogize Geekdown hero Grape-kun the penguin, trailer rundowns and updates on all the things we've been watching from Blade Runner to Made in Abyss to another batch of anime premieres. Plus juvenile double entendres, maybe not from who you'd expect. Please consider supporting Geekdown via our Patreon page: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 88: The Expanse and Royal Space Force

Mon, 09 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Space. They say it's a sort of frontier. So we're going there this week, looking at the interstellar epic The Expanse and the meditative film from Studio Gainax, 1987's 'Royal Space Force: The Wings of Honneamise.' Two stories in similar genre, were they equally loved? We shall see. Also this week! Sexism is winning the week, Marvel has a terrible NYCC, Fall anime is here, Jordan's had it with the kids (again) and all the chit chat and updates you can handle. Thanks for hanging, y'all! Please consider supporting the Geekdown on Patreon: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgasser), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 87: Samurai Champloo and Northanger Abbey

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Your new BFFs coming through with the heavy hitters this week as Jordan brings in the hip-hop epic of feudal Japan, 'Samurai Champloo,' and Caitlin offers the 2007 adaptation of her girl Jane Austen's gothic parody 'Northanger Abbey. How'd that go? You know where answers lie. Also this ep! Hollywood ruins more things they didn't need to, Caitlin is all in on Star Trek: Discovery, Jordan is all out on Kemono Friends and so much more. Thanks for listening to us every week, friends! Please consider supporting the Geekdown on Patreon: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgasser, licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 86: Amélie and The Ancient Magus' Bride

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Who wants to get magical?! This week your new BFFs check out the celebrated French film Amélie and the acclaimed OVA The Ancient Magus Bride in anticipation of the TV series debut next month. It might have gotten a little testy. Also this ep! More Parkdale brunch adventures, Cait's birthday continues, Jordan is vindicated, updates on a bunch of stuff we've been watching including The Deuce, The Good Place, My Hero Academia and more. Fall TV is here, y'all, it's the best time of the year. Please consider supporting the Geekdown via our Patreon page: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme song by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 85: Princess Jellyfish and The Winter Soldier

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Your new BFFs really try to reach across the aisle this week as Jordan brings in beloved josei anime 'Princess Jellyfish' and Caitlin continues to make Jordan connect with the MCU with Captain America: The Winter Soldier. How'd that work out? Answers await. Also this ep! Blade Runner gets animated by one of the best in the biz, Netflix regrets nothing, thoughts on The Deuce, Dragon Ball Super, American Gods and all the solid hangs you've come to expect from C+J's Hot Take Emporium. Please consider supporting Geekdown on Patreon: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme song by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 84: Local Hero and Dissect

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Scottish small towns, Kanye West and all the feels, this week on the Geekdown. As mentioned on Twitter, one of your hosts is going through it this week, and we thought maybe getting our Marc Maron/Pete Holmes on would make for interesting radio. If that ain't your jam, feel free to skip 22:00-38:00. Please consider supporting Geekdown on Patreon: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme song by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 83: 100 Bullets and The Lego Movie

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Back in business this week as the Geekdown returns to format in typically conflicting fashion as we look at the Vertigo crime epic 100 Bullets and the joyous whimsy of The Lego Movie. We also look at Terry Pratchett's estate management, lots of Star Wars stuff Jordan doesn't care about, Ed Skein puts his money where his mouth is, updates and all the chit-chat including out latest installment in Jordan's dental saga. Support the Geekdown on Patreon: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 82: Please Like Me

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Jordan had a tooth pulled on Monday morning. Promo will be light, y'all. August Watch-O-Rama concludes! We watched the Australian comedic drama/dramatic comedy Please Like Me. We had opinions. You'll hear them here. We talked about a lot of other stuff. It's been 82 eps, you know how we do. Please consider supporting Geekdown on Patreon: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud/com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 81: The Defenders

Tue, 22 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000

August Watch-O-Rama continues as we settle into a show two and a half years in the making, Netflix's The Defenders. We've never been shy about our love for the component parts leading into this show (Iron Fist notwithstanding) so how do we feel about the first act's climax? We will tell you! Also this ep: the Wachowskis get an offer to continue Sense8 from an unexpected place, chit chat and updates on all the stuff we've been watching, and it's a lot this week. Thanks for listening friends! Come back next week for the conclusion of August Watch-O-Rama as we look at the Australian dark comedy Please Like Me. Please consider supporting Geekdown on Patreon: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 80: Made in Abyss

Mon, 14 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000

We are deep in the lazy days of August Watch-O-Rama which means there ain't much nerd news to speak of, just a lot of chit chat with your new BFFs and our thoughts on a quiet offering from the Summer '17 anime season, the fantasy epic Made in Abyss. How'd we feel about that? Your answers await you. Also this ep! Happy birthday hip-hop, the perils of shopping record sales in Toronto, Caitlin's love of compartmentalization and more. August Watch-O-Rama rolls on with The Defenders next week and Please Like Me on the 31. Both are available on Netflix. Consider supporting Geekdown on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 79: Orphan Black

Sun, 06 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000

SPOILER WARNING: In a rare moment of cultural relevance, we actually get into last weekend's episode of Game of Thrones (Ep 4, The Spoils of War) so if you haven't seen it, skip from 34:00 to 44:50 August Watch-O-Rama rolls on as we finally get into the cult scifi hit Orphan Black, just in time for the series to finish with its fifth season this summer. We like to stay on the bleeding edge. Also this ep! Updates on what we watched, fanboy fuckery, man, like everything. We hadn't seen each other in two weeks. Consider supporting Geekdown on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 78: Okja

Tue, 01 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000

August Watch-O-Rama returns to the Geekdown, as your new BFFs take the summertime to relax a little bit and get caught up on some things they both might have missed. They're starting hot out the gate with the latest from South Korean director Bong Joon-ho, the Netflix-exclusive tale of a girl and her superpig, Okja. Also this ep! More assorted notes and takes from Comic-con, Ezra Miller lives his best life, and Jordan puts anime fandom on notice (AGAIN). August Watch-O-Rama continues all through the month of...August? Next week we're watching Orphan Black and on the 22 we'll check out the Defenders, but we still have empty slots! Got a suggestion? Hit us up in the socials. Please consider supporting what we do at out Patreon page: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (@soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 77: Mogul and A Prairie Home Companion

Sun, 23 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000

All audio items this week as Jordan brings in Mogul: The Life & Death of Chris Lighty, the new hip-hop history podcast from the people who brought your Crimetown, and Caitlin brings in that folksy institution of Middle America and subject of Robert Altman's final movie, A Prairie Home Companion. How'd that go? I mean, you can predict, but it's more fun if you just listen. Also this ep! Tons of news from San Diego Comic-Con as we encounter them, ya boy Thrawn cements his place in current Star Wars, updates to what we're watching, Jordan's skin is on fire and we take a moment to remember Prodigy and Chester Bennington. Next week marks the return of what is apparently a summer tradition: The Geekdown August Watch-O-Rama! Check our socials for a full schedule, but we'll let you know now that next week we'll be watching the Netflix film Okja. Please consider supporting what we do at out Patreon page: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic), licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 76: North & South and Midnight Diner

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Back to format this week as your new BFFs return with another classic 'England/Japan' pairing, as Caitlin brings in the 2004 BBC adaptation of the Elizabeth Gaskell novel "North and South" and Jordan brings in the slice of Japanese comf known as "Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories." Typically lukewarm or new things to love? The answers await. Also this ep! Inhumans looks real bad, tons of news out of Disney's D23 Expo, Jordan's had it with anime fans (again), and the greatest hot-mic moment in Geekdown history. August Watch-o-Rama starts in two weeks! Anything you can't believe we haven't seen, read or listened to yet? Let us know! And thanks for listening, friends! Please consider supporting the Geekdown on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme song by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 75: The Canon

Mon, 10 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000

On an extra-stuffed episode 75 of the Geekdown your new BFFs take a moment to induct things they've loved over the years into their own personal canons. What made them like this? Who hurt them? Not to be confused with our personal faves or best-ofs, canonical items are the things that defined our tastes, the things that set us on the paths to look for similar things. We may have found things we liked better in the years since, but you never forget your first. Also this ep! Remembering Nelsan Ellis Correspondent reports from the Dystopian States of Hysteria, an update on the Mauro Ranallo story we talked about last winter. Thanks for listening, friends! We can't believe we made it this far. Let us know if you have any ideas for episode 100! Please consider supporting the Geekdown on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme song by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 74: Rurouni Kenshin and Four Rooms

Tue, 04 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Well rested and doped up, your new BFFs return to tackle a pair of deep cuts from their fandoms, the historical samurai melodrama Rurouni Kenshin: Trust and Betrayal and the star-studded oddity Four Rooms. I wonder how that went? Answers await you! Also this ep! Caitlin's still sick, Hova back, the rocky roads of artistic expression, FLCL 2+3 and Little Witch Academia prove God exists, idol fans are troubling, and soooo much more! A special episode next week as we talk about our personal canons! What are the unimpeachable items of nerdery that made us who we are? We'll get into that next week for episode 75! Please consider supporting the Geekdown on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme song by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 73: State of Play and Urasawa's Monster

Mon, 26 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Cait's got the flu and Jordan can't party like he used to but they're still here for you to geek down about their nerdly pursuits. This time it's the 2003 BBC political thriller State of Play and the 2004 psychological suspense anime Monster. How did that go? Slowly. I mean, listen to find out! Also this ep! Chaos comes to Han Solo, Wonder Woman easter eggs, the rollercoaster of emotions that is loving Food Wars and so much more. Thanks for listening, frieneds! Theme song by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0) Support Geekdown on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod

Episode 72: Fargo and The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency

Tue, 20 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Who's ready for the steady hum of fans to return to the Geekdown?! This week Jord and Cait actually pick complimentary items, bringing in a pair of mysteries set in unconventional locales, starting with Series 2 of the television adaptation of the Coen Brothers film 'Fargo,' then crossing the Atlantic to the capital city of Botswana to visit The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency, based on the novels of Alexander McCall-Smith. You know how to find out how that went. Also this ep! Dental care, shady con practices, we remember Adam West and did we mention it's hot? Support the Geekdown on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 71: Murder on the Orient Express and My Hero Academia

Wed, 14 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000

We hate Skype calls so much. But sometimes you don't have a choice. Back to format this week as Caitlin gets downright high-falutin', bringing in the 2010 adaptation of Agatha Christie's 'Murder on the Orient Express,' starring that dude you remember from your Grandma's house. Jordan for his part revisits the show he went in on last week, asking Caitlin to tell him if he's wrong about 'My Hero Academia.' How'd that go? Swing by and find out. Also this ep! The Mummy flops, Gail Simone is a Queen, Wonder Woman dominates, Black Panther is lit, bitching about the heat and updates. Support Geekdown on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 70: Anime North and Collector Life

Sun, 04 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Light and tight? What's that? A monster-sized ep this week as we catch up on chitchat (5:50) and news on Wonder Woman, Justice League, Studio Ghibli and more (27:45) before digging into Jordan's adventures into the wilds of fandom at Anime North (48:25) and we talk about the philosophy of collecting and how that's manifested in our fandoms (1:38:10). We wrap with a handful of updates as Jordan takes another of his patented contrarian viewpoints on something everyone else loves (2:07:07) Thanks for hanging with us as you do every week, friends! Support Geekdown on Patreon: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 69: Re:Creators and The Mummy (1999)

Mon, 29 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Jordan went to Anime North last weekend! It was amazing! But you'll hear about that next week. Whomp. This week you can hear us back in format as we look at ReCreators, one of the sleepers of the Spring '17 anime season, and the 1999 box office smash The Mummy. We also spend too much time discussing late-era Brendan Fraser. Also this ep! Cait's apprehensive about many things including the new Star Trek and Black Lightning, Jordan's excited about GLOW, and the return of Cait's Astronomy Minute. Supprt the Geekdown at our Patreon page! (patreon.com/geekdownpod) Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 68: Hodgepodge Redux!

Tue, 23 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Back in time but out of format because there's just so much to catch you all up on! We went to TCAF! We met fans! We met superstar artists and writers! We were called nerds! We're planning for Anime North! We watched and played all the things! So we decided to do a special all chit-chat episode to talk about all that and more. Statistics show chit-chat is a very popular part of the Geekdown, we hope y'all like it. Please consider supporting Geekdown on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 67: Scalped and My Brother's Husband

Tue, 16 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

We're out of time this week (ooo-EEE-oooooo) so we could run around the Toronto Comic Arts Festival last weekend, which we did! And it was awesome! And we can't wait to tell you all about it! But you'll have to wait til next week for that. Sad face. But it'll be worth it, we promise. But we've still got a solid episode this week, bringing back the Geekdown Comic Book CLub for a look at the Native American crime epic "Scalped" and the sweet slice of life manga "My Brother's Husband." We also go deep on chit chat, talk con season preparation, talk about Netflix's "Dear White People," and more! Thanks for listening, friends! Please consider supporting Geekdown on Patreon! patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 66: Escaflowne and The Secret Garden

Mon, 08 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

(SPOILER WARNING: There are Riverdale spoilers this episode from 1:15:20 - 1:18:45. Like, the central mystery of the season. Listener discretion.) A magical return to format on the show this week as Cait and Jordan swap items from their younger days with 1996's anime epic The Vision of Escaflowne and the 1993 adaptation of the classic children's novel The Secret Garden. How did that go? Answers inside. Also this ep! Free Comic Book Day, more records, DC is for the children, thoughts on Defenders and Captain Marvel news, updates on what we're checking out and details on the Geekdown Gift (Not Really A) Giveaway! Support the Geekdown at our Patreon page: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 65: S*Town

Tue, 02 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

A single topic show this week, as Jordan and Caitlin spend some time with S*Town, the recent Southern Gothic podcast smash from the folks at Serial and This American Life. Were your hosts able to hang with the 'virtuousic negativity' of John B. McLlemore? Answers await. (The spoilerest parts of the discussion are from 46:00 - 1:07:00) Also this ep: The Yuris come back to us, the hype is strong with American Gods, penguins understand us, Caitlin is very excited to have a new show, Jordan is losing his patience and the Geekdown Gift (Not Really) Giveaway is here. Support the Geekdown at our Patreon page: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser (soundcloud.com/robgassermusic) licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 64: Death at a Funeral (2007) and Review

Sun, 23 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the Geekdown Podcast, Jord and Cait go funny and bring each other comedies, well sort of. Join them as they explore the 2007 British comedy (you know who brought that) Death at a Funeral, and the recently concluded dark comedy series Review. Also this episode, an important development in the state of snacks, more details about the forthcoming contest, lots of chichat, minute news and an acute lack of an Idris Elba Update. And, as always, more! Thank you so much for coming to hang out with us each week, it means so much! If you would like to continue to hang out and want to support what we do please consider visiting our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod and contributing financially (apparently I need to stop saying give us money). Until next week! Theme song by Rob Gasser, licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0) soundcloud.com/robgassermusic

Episode 63: Hip-Hop Family Tree and The Third Man

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Continuing our ongoing series of very uncomplimentary things, this week we look at the Eisner Award-winning graphic history of hip-hop, Ed Piskor's Hip-Hop Family Tree, and get into some postwar Vienna with 1949's film noir classic The Third Man. How could that have possibly gone? Also this ep! We remember Charlie Murphy, talk some outside-the-ring nonsense from the world of pro wrestling and get back into Cait's Astronomy Update. Also gobs of chit chat and an important addition to Jordan's social calendar. Thanks for listening, friends! Support Geekdown on Patreon: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser, licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0) soundcloud.com/robgassermusic

Episode 62: Monstress and The Flintstones (2016)

Mon, 10 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0000

The thaw seems to have finally arrived in Toronto, and the change in weather has your new BFFs eager to lounge out by a breezy window with a fancy caffeinated beverage and a good book, so it's Comic Book Club on the show this week! We're looking at the art-deco high fantasy of Monstress from Marjorie Liu and Sana Takeda, as well as Mark Russell and Steve Pugh's eccentric take on the modern stone age family, 2016's reimagining of The Flintstones. Surprises surely await. Also this ep! Chit chat, bad times for Ghost in the Shell, people at Marvel continue to say silly things and some bold snacking declarations that are sure to lose us listeners. If you'd like to support Geekdown, visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod for more information. Theme music by Rob Gasser, licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0) soundcloud.com/robgassermusic

Episode 61: Shaolin Soccer and Kurosawa's Ran

Tue, 04 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0000

It's the Asian Cinema Hour on the Geekdown this week as your new BFFs check out the slapstick sports stupidity of 2001's Shaolin Soccer and Ran, the final epic by legendary Japanese filmmaker Akira Kurosawa. How'd that work out? You know where answers are. Also this ep! Ghost in the Shell blows it; Marvel blows it, too; intriguing director announcements and rumours, snack talk and we cross our first goal off the Patreon list. Support the show at patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser, licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0) soundcloud.com/robgassermusic

Episode 60: Your Name (Kimi No Na Wa)

Mon, 27 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000

It's our 60th episode. We felt we needed a subject worthy of that milestone. The highest-grossing anime movie in history oughta do it. Also this ep! We sip some weeb tears, are taken aback by Power Rangers and underwhelmed by the Justice League, mourn Especia and look at Dave Chappelle's complicated return to televised standup. Plus chit chat! March might be over, but you can still share the show with friends using the hashtag #trypod, or rate and review us on iTunes, it really does help people discover the show. If you'd like to support Geekdown, visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/geekdownpod for more information. Theme music by Rob Gasser, licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0) soundcloud.com/robgassermusic

Episode 59: Fido and Wolverine & The X-Men

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000

A bizarre set of items this week (but what else is new) as Jord and Cait each bring in something that might not be considered their favourite, but they're curious enough to wonder what the other thought, specifically about 2006's postwar suburban zombie satire Fido and one of the stranger offerings from Marvel's X-Men office, 2011's Wolverine & The X-Men. How was that? Answers where they've always been. Also this week! Touching base on Jordan's constitution, Mulan is not musical, Iron Fist is meh, the 6ix God returns to save us again, we remember Bernie Wrightston and updates to what we've been checking out. Mostly 1990's anime. Thanks for listening, friends! Support the Geekdown on our Patreon page: patreon.com/geekdownpod or by sharing the show this March using the hashtag #trypod! Theme music by Rob Gasser, licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0) soundcloud.com/robgassermusic

Episode 58: She-Hulk (2014) and The Hour

Mon, 13 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000

After last week's....tense discussion of Giant Robo, your new BFF's try and find their way back to love with the 2014 take on the lawyering cousin of Bruce Banner and the 2011 period piece of investigative journalism, espionage and murder, The Hour. Did it go any better? Answers within. Also this ep! Buffy is 20, Iron Fist is nah, everything is coming back, Logan might be better than The Dark Knight, chit chat, updates and Cait's definitive Star Trek rankings. For this week. Until further notice. Like the show? Why not recommend it to a friend? Or to the public? March is TryPod month! Shoutout Geekdown on your socials using the hashtag #trypod and help us grow our listener base! Or you can always reap all the benefits of our Patreon campaign at patreon.com/geekdownpod Thanks for listening, friends! Theme music by Rob Gasser, licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0) soundcloud.com/robgassermusic

Episode 57: Guardians of the Galaxy and Giant Robo

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Your new BFFs are reunited again and are swinging heavy as Cait brings in the Guardians of the Galaxy, continuing her mission to make Jordan watch every MCU offering whether he wants to or not, and Jordan replies in kind with the 90s retro-throwback classic of mecha and sci-fi heroics Giant Robo. Are Sunshine Bubbles and Scarlet Ember? Probably. We think. Also this ep! Shelly Bond bringing blessings, the Power of Attraction works for Caitlin, Jordan's complicated relationship with Jeff Lemire's early work, Zelda Williams is one of us and all the chit chat you can possibly stand. Want to support what we do? You can! Check the page for more info: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser, licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0) soundcloud.com/robgassermusic

Episode 56: Crimetown and Brother Cadfael

Sat, 25 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Geekdown Year 2 carries on, filled with aural delights as Cait and Jord check out Crimetown, the investigative podcast from Gimlet media, and the radio adaptation of the medieval murder solver Brother Cadfael, from the novels by Ellis Peters. How'd that go? Weird. It went weird. Also this ep! Affleck might want out, Berger wants back in, Gibson leaves us confused and the return of Cait's Astronomy Update. If you'd like to support the Geekdown, we would love that! find more information on our Patreon page: patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by @robgassermusic, licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Episode 55: Kubo & The Two Strings and Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid

Sun, 19 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Geekdown Year Two is officially here! Starting things off with some heavy hitters as your new BFFs take a look at Kubo and The Two Strings, a sleeper of an animated film from the folks behind Paranorman (28:08), and Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid (43:03), one of the breakout hits of the Winter 2017 anime season. How did that go? You know where to the answers are. Also this episode! Phillip Pullman and Neil Gaiman make welcome returns, we pay respects to some funk legends, Crunchyroll passes a major milestone, updates on Riverdale, Deep Space Nine and Snotgirl, and we talk about the major changes coming to the Geekdown in 2017. Please consider supporting us at our new Patreon, details can be found at patreon.com/geekdownpod Theme music by Rob Gasser, licensed under (CC BY-SA 3.0) https://soundcloud.com/robgassermusic

Episode 54: Cagliostro Castle and Butch & Sundance

Sun, 12 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Jordan's near death! Caitlin's on drugs! But we still bring you an hour and change of solid hangs with your new BFFs because we know it's what you need. It's lovable rogue week on the Geekdown as Jord and Cait swap eerily synchronous landmarks of their individual geekeries, starting with the young Hayao Miyazaki's take on master thief Lupin III in "The Castle of Cagliostro," then getting swept away on the handlebars of the charm bicycle that is the classic Newman/Redford Western "Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid." How'd that go? Answers, yo. They're inside. Also this ep! Blessings from The Queens, Magic Schoolbus back, Caitlin has ties to Star Trek leaks, and updates on all the things including Legion, Riverdale, Scum's Wish, Batman vs. Robin, the Michael Bolton Valentine's Special and soooo much more. The Geekdown level up is coming....

Episode 53: The Anniversary Mailbag!

Tue, 07 Feb 2017 06:18:48 +0000

In January 2016, Jordan asked his good friend Caitlin to start a nerdy podcast with him. Over the next 52 weeks the duo were run out of a library, grew closer as friends, sweated their literal and metaphorical balls off and watched more anime and UKTV than either of them probably wanted to. And there's no way they'd rather spend their first anniversary than by answering your questions. Their shotgun lack of planning had nothing to do with it, they assure you. Also this ep: Cait wants more Austen, Jordan thinks anime fans are babies, we pray for Gohan and all the updates you need. Thank you to everyone who wrote in, and continues to listen to us natter on. We hope you stay with us for Year Two.

Episode 52: The Good Place

Tue, 31 Jan 2017 20:21:07 +0000

Shorter episode this week as Cait and Jord settle in for a watch party of "The Good Place," the sitcom about ethics and morality that recently wrapped its first season from the folks that brought you "Parks and Rec" and "Brooklyn 99." Did it reach the standard set by those previous projects? Only one way to know. Also this week! Nothing, really. Kind of light on the news front, but you still get some good hangs from your new BFFs as we throw our hands in the air at the state of the world and check in on some of our regular viewings like DS9 and Terrace House. Next week is the 1 Year Anniversary Show! You'll know how spectacular it's going to be as soon as we do! Thanks for listening, friends!

Episode 51: 1980s Sherlock and 3 Mics

Tue, 24 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Nobody manages to make dissimilar selections quite like Scarlet Ember and Sunshine Bubbles. This week Jordan checks out the 1980s adaptation of the world's greatest detecting mind, "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" and Caitlin watches comedian Neal Brennan's standup/storytelling hybrid "3 Mics." How'd that work out? Answers, they await. Also this week! The Crew returns, Your Name is unstoppable, Star Trek is delayed, Miles Morales takes the spotlight, Cait's Astronomy Update and so many updates to things we've been watching including Season Two of Voltron and all the Terrace House. Thanks for listening, fam!

Episode 50: Terrace House and Ant-Man

Tue, 17 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

The holidays are long gone, the dark days are here and your new BFFs need to keep it comfy as they wait for Spring, and there is nothing comfier than watching the Netflix/Fuji TV reality show Terrace House or Paul Rudd as Ant-Man. We do it for you, friends. Also this ep! Jordan can't wait for Young Pope, a trickle of Defenders news, Weird Al gets the respect he deserves and updates on what we've been checking out including Rat Queens and early offerings from the Winter 2017 anime season. As always, thanks for listening, friends!

Episode 49: Magic for Beginners and 20th Century Ghosts

Tue, 10 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Back like they left something, your new BFFs start 2017 attempting to better themselves by holding another irregular meeting of the Geekdown Book Club, giving a perusal to a pair of short story collections from 2005, Kelly Link's "Magic for Beginners" and Joe Hill's "20th Century Ghosts." How'd that play out? Answers within. Also this ep! Star Trek Discovery gets its Number One, the third season of Young Justice might get a little freer, Sanrio delivers 2017's spirit animal, updates on all the things we checked out over the break and so much more. Kind of supersized this week, friends. We hadn't seen each other in a month, sue us. Thanks for listening, please remember to rate and subscribe if you've yet to do so!

Episode 48: Talking Westworld

Tue, 03 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

We're still on vacation! Because we felt like it! We thought we'd take the holiday to spend some time with another show everyone else has already exhausted, HBO's scifi puzzle box Westworld. We also talk about the additional philosophical differences between us we've noticed since starting the show, the perils and benefits of deep diving, and why nothing good ever comes of seeing Ed Harris. Back to format next week as we get extra nerdy with the first edition of the Geekdown Book Club! Thanks for listening, friends!

Episode 47: The Geekdown Year in Review 2016

Tue, 27 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000

This year was the drizzling shits, no one can deny that. But it wasn't without some things that brought us joy, so Sunshine Bubbles and Scarlet Ember are looking back on the first year of the Geekdown to pick the top three things they were brought this year, the best thing they watched together and the single worst thing they were forced to sit through. For all the ways 2016 was less than ideal, it's also the year we started this show, and we're continually humbled and grateful for all of you who listen to us natter on. Here's to the new year.

Episode 46: Christmas! Featuring A Muppet Christmas Carol and Die Hard

Mon, 19 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000

It's Christmas week! Shorter episode, no news, just a hang with your new BFFs. Oh, and we watched A Muppet Christmas Carol and Die Hard, just cause. Have an amazing holiday, friends! Thanks for spending part of it with us.

Episode 45: Kiss, Kiss, Bang, Bang and Tokyo Godfathers

Mon, 12 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Even though they already have a holiday episode in the can locked and loaded for next week, Sunshine Bubbles and Scarlet Ember can't resist the urge to get festive, spending some time with a pair of films set during the holidays, the LA neo-noir 'Kiss, Kiss, Bang, Bang' and anime master Satoshi Kon's tiny fable 'Tokyo Godfathers.' Were they enough to get us into the spirit? Answers inside. Also this episode! Cait breaks a promise, Spider-Man comes home, silly people pick a fight with Star Wars, Chocobos are closer than ever and Viktor Nikiforov stops being a fuckboy. Check our Facebook group for the schedule on what we've got for you the rest of the year and we'll see you in 2017, friends!

Episode 44: Stretch & Bobbito and Little Women

Tue, 06 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000

The Christmas break is rapidly approaching and your new BFFs are increasingly ready for it, which is probably why this episode is all over the place. We kept it on the rails long enough to talk about the 2015 documentary Stretch and Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives and 1994's adaptation of Little Women, though. How was that? Answers inside. Also this ep! Notes from the recent Playstation event, Caitlin avoids the Guardians trailer, Sense8 returns, Your Name demolishes everything in its past, discussing the creeping gentrification in Jordan's neighbourhood and sooooo much more.

Episode 43: The Corpse Bride and Lucha Underground

Mon, 28 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Everytime we think we've topped ourselves on mismatched things to talk about, we surpass our expectations, looking at Tim Burton's 2005 return to stop-motion animation, The Corpse Bride, and Lucha Underground, the telenovela-meets-pro wrestling spectacle from filmmaker Robert Rodriguez and 'Survivor'-producer Mark Burnett. You think you know how that went, the answers will likely surprise you. Also this week! Michelle Yeoh makes everything better, The Walking Dead looks a little more dead-like, Marvel continues to shine on diversity, updates to what we're watching and soooo much moooore. Thanks for listening every week, friends!

Episode 42: Macross Plus and The Crown

Tue, 22 Nov 2016 20:15:49 +0000

Continuing the Geekdown tradition of picking two things that could not be further apart, this week we look at the 1994 anime classic Macross Plus and the 2016 Netflix royal drama The Crown. Fighter planes that turn into robots, virtual idols, the crushing weight of duty and Matt Smith's butt. What else do you need? Also this week! Lots of things Caitlin didn't know were things, Hayao Miyazaki isn't retiring (again), comic artists take principled stands on post-Trump America, updates on what else we've been watching (Yuri on Ice. Mostly Yuri on Ice) and so much more. Thanks for listening, friends!

Episode 41: Zootopia and YURI!!! on ICE

Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000

In a week like this, friends, all you can do is choose joy, so god damn it, that's what we're doing. This week Cait brings in the 2016 Disney film Zootopia and Jordan finally lets Cait dig into the only anime that matters this year, the competitive ice skating story Yuri!!! on Ice. Were they everything they needed them to be this week? Listening will reveal all. Also this week, Young Justice is back, Sailor Moon comes to theatres, we opt out of Ghost in the Shell, Cloak and Dagger are for the children, awful people continue to be awful and capsule updates on Fleabag, The Crown, Midnight Diner and more. Thanks for listening, friends. We hope we can brighten your week, even a little bit.

Episode 40! Izetta and Downtown

Tue, 08 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000

The Geekdown happily enters middle age with episode 40! This week Jordan brings in one of the buzzier shows of the Fall 2016 anime season that isn't called Yuri!! On Ice, the the alternate Earth WW2 magic mashup Izetta The Last Witch and Cait unearths a forgotten animated relic of the last century, MTV's Downtown. How'd this week's offerings fare? You already know I'm not going to tell you, just listen. Also this week! Dragon Ball Super is finally here, Anna Kendrick wants to get her dynamic duo on, Caitlin is softening on The Great Wall and amped for Frontier, the moon is super, a live tasting of a hotly anticipated Canadian snack and updates on what else we're watching. Thanks for listening every week, friends!

Episode 39: Moonlight and Atlanta

Tue, 01 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Just when we think we couldn't find two more disparate items to talk about in a single episode, we keep surprising ourselves. This week Caitlin keeps with the season bringing in the spoooooky paranormal romance detective drama "Moonlight" and Jordan finally lets Cait dig into the toast of the Fall 2016 television season, Donald Glover's "Atlanta." Was Jordan miserable? Did Caitlin join the chorus of critical praise? Answers await. Also this ep, Jordan's Beatles return to the musical landscape, we #standwithChelseaCain, voice actors fight for better compensation, as well as the return of a fan-faourite segment and updates to other things we're watching (Black Mirror. It's mainly Black Mirror). Thanks for joining us ever week, friends!

Episode 38: Practical Magic and Kids on the Slope

Mon, 24 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Sometimes, we like to each give things we know the other isn't going to like just to watch hilarity ensue. That can be the only reason why Caitlin would bring the 1998 trifle Practical Magic and Jordan the admirable but booooooring 60s jazz-romance Kids on the Slope. Did they find any point of entry to them? Answers await. Also this ep! Drawing teenagers is hard, Logan is old, Red Dead enchants, we remember Steve Dillon and much more. Thanks for joining us every week, friends!

Episode 37: Fleabag and The Fall

Tue, 18 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Despite the relentless march to the abyss weighing more heavily than usual on the shoulders of Sunshine Bubbles, it'll take more than that to keep him and Scarlet Ember from bringing you another fantastic episode of Geekdown! Right smashing episode this week as the duo both check out series from across the pond. Caitlin checks out one of this year's critical darlings, the dark comedy 'Fleabag,' and Jordan tracks a killer with Gillian Anderson on 'The Fall.' Longtime listeners know how contentious British series can be, listen to learn if they broke the slump. Also this ep! Wonder Woman is queer, the New-Waving of Rogue One, the best Doctor Who of 2016 won't be on your television, Fantastic Beasts expands, Caitlin has a Food Wars problem and soooooo much more. Thanks for listening, friends!

Bonus Ep! Jord and Cait Watch Keijo!!!!!!!!

Fri, 14 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Keijo!!!!!!!! (exclamtion points part of the title) is a new anime series this season about women competing in a sport that requires them to hit each other with their tits and asses. Really. That's the show. Jordan (who knew of the show but hadn't watched it) thought it could be amusing to watch it with Caitlin (who had no idea what she was getting into) and record their live reactions. So they did. And it was. This is that story. Back to regular format next week!

Episode 36: Catching Up!

Wed, 12 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the show your BFFs take the holiday weekend to get a little caught up on some of the many things they've started watching since the show began. Jordan went back to Avatar The Last Airbender and Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes; Caitlin revisited Food Wars! and Michiko & Hatchin. Did these shows fare any better or worse than they did when we first watched them? Answers await, and will likely surprise you. Also this episode! NYCC news and notes on Defenders and The Handmaid's Tale; Godzilla the sellout; picks for Toronto After Dark; Power Rangers, sky fireballs, Black Mirror, the race to Mars, a reconsideration of Luke Cage and all the turkey-fueled chitchat you can handle. Thanks so much for listening, friends, join us later this week for a special bonus episode.

Episode 35: Going Postal and Clone High

Wed, 05 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000

People will let you down, but Sunshine Bubbles and Scarlet Ember never will. This week on the show we dig back into some classics, as Jordan makes his first foray into Terry Pratchett's Discworld series with "Going Postal" and Caitlin checks out what Jordan considers a 'TV TV Show' with the animated cult classic Clone High. How'd that go? You know how to find out. Also this ep! Harley Quinn goes solo, Westworld is here, Tim Burton boofs it, a quick survey of Jordan's Pottermore life, so many updates on what we've been watching, what we Geekdowned for before Geekdown and Caitlin endures some anime trash to continue our informal series on tolerable fan service. Thanks so much for listening every week, friends!

Episode 34: Madoka Rebellion and Wonderfalls

Sat, 24 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000

The summer might be over but Sunshine Bubbles and Scarlet Ember are forever. FOREVER. This week Cait looks at Madoka Magica: Rebellion, the sequel to the popular anime series and Jordan watches Wonderfalls, an early project from Bryan Fuller(Star Trek Discovery, American Gods) that many feel was tragically cancelled too soon. Caitlin hated the ending of Madoka Magica, will the movie fare any better? Will Wonderfalls finally break Jordan's stream of lukewarm responses to Caitlin's recommendations? Answers await. Also this ep! Daisy Ridley leaves the internet, down with trailers, cosplayers stay paid, your new BFFs display a shocking bit synchronicity and we start a Geekdown challenge. Thanks for listening every week!

Episode 33: Black Books and Train to Busan

Mon, 19 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000

No distance can keep your new BFFs from bringing you the geeky goodness you desire and require! This week Caitlin calls in from the satellite studio in Port Hope to talk about another British comedy show (this time it's Black Books) and the Korean locomotive zombie suspense thriller Train to Busan. Could Jordan finally open his heart to the unique comedic stylings of the English? Could Caitlin make it to Busan without hyperventilating herself into a stroke? Answers await. Also this ep! Leslie Jones discovers T'Challa, cats in cosplay, One Piece goes Kabuki, Godzilla destroys Japan's box office and our segue game levels up. Thanks for listening every week, friends!

Episode 32: My Love Story!! and Mansfield Park

Tue, 13 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000

After a hectic few weeks, composure and constancy have returned to stately Geekdown Manor, as Sunshine Bubbles and Scarlet Ember get downright swoony this episode, looking at the romantic comedy My Love Story!! and the Jane Austen adaptation Mansfield Park. Did your new BFFs feel the love? Only one way to find out. Also this ep, the shocking Crunchyroll/Funimation power-pact, IdrisWatch because Caitlin, and dish about Jordan's recent jaunt to NY. Thanks for listening, friends!

Episode 31: Daria and Arrowsmith

Wed, 07 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Hang on to your backpacks and briefcases folks, we’re here, we’re not wearing white, and we’re ready to get back to work! This week on the Geekdown we’ve got a missing host, a very special guest, and more technical issues than you can shake a stick at! The dynamite Khaiam Dar is standing in for Jordan this week as Jordan makes his pilgrimage to see The Queens in New York City, Cait and Khai chit chat like nobody's business, and we’re back to format taking a look at the animated series and late 90s epitome Daria and alternate magical history WWI graphic novel Arrowsmith. Also this episode, the usual plethora of geek news, a run-down of Chip Zdarsky’s Zdarscon, updates you couldn’t even see coming, and why the show still sounds janky this week. Spoilers: It's still Caitlin's fault. As always, thank you all for listening!

Episode 30: Paper Girls

Tue, 30 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000

After a brief, entirely avoidable hiatus, your new BFFs are back to wrap up the August Watch-O-Rama by shifting it into a Read-O-Rama, checking it out show MVP Brian K. Vaughan and Cliff Chiang's Paper Girls. Was the 80's scifi throwback too similar to Stranger Things or did it carve it a path of its own charms? Answers await. Also this ep, the usual chicanery with updates on Runaways, Canadian media doing the right thing, and of course the returns of Idris Watch and Caitlin's Astronomy Minute, along with the shocking reveals of why we didn't have an ep last week and why the show sounds janky this week. Spoilers: It's Caitlin's fault. Thanks for listening, everyone!

Episode 29: Wynonna Earp

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Jord and Cait's August Watch-O-Rama continues with the supernatural Western Wynonna Earp. After the 1-2 punch of Stranger Things and Cleverman, can this tale of a cursed legacy make a good impression? Answers await. Also this ep! George R.R. Martin stays stacking paper, Florence and the Machine get fantastical, decide if the guests at this year's FanExpo are over- or undervaluing their photo ops, and there's probably some Star Trek news. As always, thank you for spending 90 minutes with us every week.

Episode 28: Cleverman

Tue, 09 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Jord and Cait's August Watch-O-Rama continues on the Geekdown, this time taking a look at the dystopian action/drama steeped in Australian Aboriginal folklore, Cleverman. Is this slow-burning sleeper worth your time? Have a listen. Also this week: Cait's Astronomy Minute, assorted cool things we found online, lots of chit-chat and Jordan finally takes an opportunity to unload on how problematic he feels his fandom can be. As always, thanks for listening, if you like the show, please rate and review it on iTunes, it helps us get a better sense of who's listening and helps new listeners find the show.

Episode 27: Stranger Things

Thu, 04 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Summer watch parties commence with the show we couldn't ignore if we wanted to, Netflix's 80's sci-fi/horror homage Stranger Things. What did your new BFFs think of the Duffer Brothers' love letter to early Spielberg and Stephen King? The answers are in the Upside Down. Also this episode, Black Mirror is returning, Suicide Squad's having a bit of a time of it, Caitlin's Astronomy Update makes a return and so much more. As always, thanks for spending your time with us!

Episode 26: Hodgepodge!

Wed, 27 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000

>>SPOILER WARNING<< Even though we don't talk about 'The Night Of,' we spoil a large portion of Epsiode 1 of 'The Night Of' in order to explain why we're not talking about it. If you care, skip 46:30 - 53:30. Due to a bit of a time crunch, a Pokemon Go obsession and assorted anxieties we are out of format this week, y'all! So instead of finding the sweet spots where our fandoms intersect, your new BFFs are breaking down some of the biggest news to come out of Comicon, capsule reviews for Star Trek: Beyond and Batman: The Killing Joke, Caitlin gives her take on the card battle game Emergents: Genesis, and we run down all the other things we've been getting caught up on. Anyone interested in picking up a copy of Emergents: Genesis can do so via Urban Island Games: http://urbanislandgames.com/emergents-genesis/ As always, thanks for hanging with us every week!

Episode 25: Hidden Kingdoms and Uzumaki

Tue, 19 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000

You could try to pick two items further apart on the geeky spectrum than the BBC nature documentary Hidden Kingdoms and Junji Ito's Lovecraftian horror epic Uzumaki, but it wouldn't be easy on you. What did your new BFFs think of these two very different interests? Answers within. Also this ep! Nintendo embraces its history, Grand Admiral Thrawn is re-canonized, the planets are aligning, Sailor Moon hits Canada, Diglett dick-pics, question time and we unveil the official roster of Caitlin's Squee Posse.

Episode 24: Nadesico And The Chronicles Of Riddick

Tue, 12 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000

A downright spacey episode of the Geekdown this week as your new BFFs take a look at the space opera parody anime Martian Successor Nadesico and the Pitch Black sequel The Chronicles of Riddick. Were they spacey in the ways Jord and Cait prefer? Only one way to know for sure. Also this episode: tons of comics news, a million notes about Star Trek, movie monsters try the Marvel formula, Jordan tries to find a unified theory of Vin Diesel, Caitlin reveals more of her squee canon, and updates on other stuff we're watching and our mental health. Thanks for listening every week!

Episode 23: Tombstone And FLCL

Thu, 07 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000

A pair of heavy hitters this week as your new BFFs unload some of their favourite things for the other to check out, starting with the 90's Pop Western Tombstone and bringing it home with the incomprehensible masterpiece FLCL. Did they make it through the discussion still friends? Only one way to know. Also this episode: Star Trek returns to streaming, Samurai Jack back, Cap's gonna be okay, something about a telescope and this week's update in IdrisWatch 2016. Thanks so much for listening every week, and please give us a rate or review on iTunes if you haven't already!

Episode 22: Himouto! Umaru-chan And Teen Titans Go!

Thu, 30 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000

So many exclamation points on the show this week as Jord and Cait check out the slice of life anime about slovenly girls Himouto! Umaru-Chan and the all-ages superheroic satire of Teen Titans Go! Did they find anything to love? We shall see. Also this episode! Pottermore is lit, Trudeau is a variant, Star Trek is streaming, Dungeons and Dragons is the 7-layer burrito of nerdery, Hubble gotchu, Jon Snow knows everything and updates on our mental health. Thanks for listening! Take a mom

Episode 21: Alphas And It's A Bird

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Back after a slight hiccup in the schedule, your new BFFs are back, taking a look at the Syfy superheroics of Alphas and the Superman thought experiment "It's a Bird." Also this episode: Dory finds giant sacks of cash, Childish Gambino comes full circle on Spider-Man, Mattel course-corrects Barbie and an alarming amount of discussion on the 1992 animated feature Ferngully and aquatic mammal assault. Listen, it was really warm on recording day, all right?

A Public Service Announcement

Mon, 20 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000

A quick heads up from your friends at Geekdown regarding the schedule this week.

Epsiode 20: Pasta And Tales From The Borderlands

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000

It's an emotional week for your new BFFs as they deal with some life changes before settling in to talking about the Korean romantic Comedy Pasta and Telltale Games's take on the Vault Hunters of Pandora, Tales From the Borderlands. Each item this week is the first of its kind for the show, were they welcomed with open arms? Answers await. Also this episode, Owls are grounded at Hogwarts, Battlestar returns, DC tries comedy with Powerless, Brian Bendis needs a break and so much more.

Episode 19: Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries And Wolf Children

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Your new BFFs return for another week of geekery! This time Jordan checks out the jazz-era Australian series 'Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries' and Caitlin investigates on the work of anime director Mamoru Hosoda with his 2012 work 'Wolf Children.' Was Jordan left doing the Charleston across the Polly Pocket? Was Caitlin ready to join the people calling Hosoda 'the next Miyazaki'? Answers await you! Also this episode: X-Men AoA is bleh, Suicide Squad looks promising, Jason Momoa has a lovely beard, Brie Larson might be Captain Marvel, the argument that refuses to die makes its on-air debut, and Hot Dog Girl is the official Queen of the Geekdown Podcast.

Episode 18: Phonogram And Avatar

Tue, 31 May 2016 15:38:47 +0000

The wet season has come to Toronto, and your new BFFs are damp and cranky. But we know you need your content, so up this week is the music-is-magic graphic novel series Phonogram and the beloved animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender. Will Caitlin be able to navigate the obscurity of Phonogram's references? Will Jordan dismiss Avatar as a poor-man's shonen? Answers! You will have them. For now. Unless this heat keeps up. Then you get nothing til October. Also this episode: Preacher is dope, Starfleet gets summer-ready, Cap makes everyone mad, the Catbus is boarding and Mark Millar still sucks.

Episode 17: Kabaneri Of The Iron Fortress Special

Tue, 24 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000

>>SPOILER NOTICES: This episode goes in on DC Rebirth (31:00 - 35:00) and Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress (51:00 - 1:14:00) This week Caitlin and Jordan take a break from the format to check out one of the certified smashes of the spring 2016 anime season, Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress. It's the steampunk zombie apocalypse survival action spectacular set in feudal Japan from the people behind Attack on Titan. In theory, it's the perfect intersection of everything the duo love. Did it hold up in practice? Answers await. Also this episode: Riverdale is weird, Preacher is here, Star Trek is frustrating, fanboys are mad and so much more.

Episode 16: Endtroducing... And Brazil

Tue, 17 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000

SPOILER WARNINGS: This episode features spoilers for Sleepy Hollow from 20:10 - 23:15 and Game of Thrones from 27:40 - 36:00. Stretching our wings so to speak this week, as Jordan and Caitlin test the boundaries of what can be considered "geeky" by expanding their discussions to the world of music, looking at DJ Shadow's groundbreaking debut album "Endtroducing...." on the eve of its 20th anniversary. Then, the duo take a look at Terry Gilliam's cult classic "Brazil." Was Caitlin captivated by the proto-trip-hop of Shadow? Will Jordan be the only person on earth not immediately charmed by "Brazil"? Answers, they await you. Also! Studio Ghibli returns, The Black Panther movie is black, DC is serious about harassment, Agent Carter is cancelled, we celebrate the life and work of the late Darwyn Cooke and much more.

Episode 15: Being Human And Kill La Kill

Tue, 10 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Caitlin and Jordan are back for another week and downright feisty as they look at the smash UK paranormal dramedy Being Human and the madcap and manic over-the-top anime where clothes can murder you, Kill la Kill. Also this week: Captain Marvel is saved, Jon Snow is alive, a pair of properties beloved (by one of us) are getting redo's, and the phenomenon known as beef season comes to Geekdown. There's no telling who might get hit.

Episode 14: All-Star Superman and Dredd 2012

Tue, 03 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Jordan and Caitlin are very sleepy, but still delivering the content you love. This week Jordan tries to redeem Grant Morrison by giving Caitlin the beloved epic All-Star Superman and Caitlin gives him the little action movie that could, Dredd. Will Caitlin's opinion on Superman cost us all our subscribers? Will Jordan stop comparing Dredd to The Raid? Answers await. Also this episode: The Punisher gets a spinoff, Lara Croft gets recast, The Doctor gets a new companion, Caitlin drops bombs on your precious Sherlock and so much more.

Episode 13: The Particular Sadness Of Lemon Cake And Wonder Woman Earth One

Tue, 26 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Scarlet Ember and Sunshine Bubbles reunite this week to kick off the inaugural edition of the Geekdown Book Club, as Jordan looks at Aimee Bender's 2011 novel The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake, and Caitlin checks out the always batshit Grant Morrison's retelling of Wonder Woman's origins in the Earth One graphic novel. Did Jordan develop a palate for Bender's sweet and sour novel? Did the bondage-heavy take on the Amazonian Princess make Caitlin throw her tablet out a window? We shall see. Also, Steven Universe is back, The Magnificent Seven ride again, DC can't stop fucking up and much more. Also, Caitlin debriefs us on her trip to the happiest place on earth.

Episode 12: Thundercats '11 And Audition

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000

t's bachelor week on Geekdown! With Caitlin off doing cartwheels through the magic kingdom, Jordan and guest host Khaiam Dar burped and farted their way through possibly the weirdest episode of the show yet, taking a look at the 2011 Thundercats reboot and #2 on Buzzfeed's list of 'Most Fucked Up Horror Movies,' Takashi Miike's 'Audition.' It's still unclear if Jordan and Khaiam are still friends after this. Also! Trailer roundup, DC's Rebirth, Madoka is the official spirit animal for the show and the continuing saga of that goddamned Ghost in the Shell nonsense.

Episode 11: Secret Origins Special

Tue, 12 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000

In the dark ages, long before this podcast, there was a little boy in rural Southwest Ontario and a little girl in Toronto's East Side trying to find out who they were and developing a love for all things geeky. This is their story. Join us, won't you, for this special episode of Geekdown, as Caitlin and Jordan discuss the geeky things that first captured their hearts, how they decided which geeky things were right for them, and how they met. It's a story of Coleco-Visions, Animorphs, D&D, Sailor Moon, runny hollandaise sauce and a moving treatise on male-female friendships. Also, they swear a lot, and put Jack Kirby on blast.

Episode 10: Neverwhere Radio And Record Of Lodoss War

Tue, 05 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000

>>SPOILER NOTE<< Caitlin has finished Madoka Magica. We have things to say about it at the end of the show. Spoilery-laden things. If you plan on watching it, skip between 1:17:20 and 1:27:30. Ye be forewarned. Things are positively old-timey on the Geekdown this week, as Jordan checks out the 2013 radio adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s novel ‘Neverwhere’ and Caitlin takes a look at the golden age high-fantasy anime Record of Lodoss War. Will Britain and Jordan reach a detente? Will Lodoss War prove to be comfort food for Caitlin or mere cliche? Answers await. Also this episode, the Powerpuff Girls return, Dawn of Justice falls, Daredevil remains good, The Killing Joke gets animated and so much more. We also look up our My Little Pony names. Because of course we would.

Episode 9: Madoka Magica And Earth's Mightiest Heroes

Tue, 22 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000

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Episode 8: Supergirl Special

Tue, 15 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000

>>PROGRAMMING NOTE: The Game of Thrones discussion this episode gets a little spoilery about S5, so if you’re not caught up, skip from 09:30 to 24:00.<< A break in format this week as Caitlin and Jordan take a moment to see what’s current in the world of geeky pop culture. With a Flash crossover set to air on March 28, the duo check in on CBS’s new Supergirl series. How’d that go? Not great, to be honest. But we do it for you. Also in this episode: Daredevil is here, Game of Thrones is coming, The Little Prince is saved, a surprising appearance from Adam Warlock and an appreciation of Gillen and McKelvie’s Phonogram.

Episode 7: Misfits And Paprika

Tue, 08 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000

After a brief moment to address some personal business between them, Caitlin and Jordan settle in to the task at hand. This week Jordan checks out the cult and darkly comic British superhero drama Misfits and Caitlin dives into dreams with Satoshi Kon’s film Paprika. Will Jordan finally connect with a UK TV show if it’s about superheroes? Will Caitlin find the layered mindbending of Kon’s final work enthralling or frustrating? Answers await you. Also in this episode: Civil War gets more plot (and a lot more running time), The Little Prince gets passed over, Ta-Nehisi Coates and T'Challa team up, and Caitlin’s love affair with Ryan Reynolds continues apace. #Justice4Wally

Episode 6: Revolutionary Girl Utena And Steven Universe

Tue, 01 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000

We’re all about synergy on Geekdown this week, as Caitlin looks at the legendary 90’s baroque shoujo anime Revolutionary Girl Utena, and Jordan takes a look at new animated classic Steven Universe. Will Caitlin conquer the deliberately incomprehensible Utena? Can Jordan push through the fandom baggage that comes with SU and reach the show’s sweet center? We shall see. Also this week: the #majdisp of Crouching Tiger: Sword of Destiny, JoGo exits Sandman, Ghostbusters leaves one of us unimpressed, and the alarming ubiquity of David Bowie’s wang.

Episode 5: Spaced And Michiko & Hatchin

Tue, 23 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000

This week on Geekdown, Jordan spends time with the seminal Edgar Wright/Simon Pegg comedy series “Spaced” while Caitlin takes a spin along the Brazilian coastline with the instant classic anime Michiko & Hatchin. Can Daisy and Tim sweeten Jordan’s surly attitude to British comedy? Will Michio Malandro capture Caitlin’s heart, throw it on the back of her scooter and ride away with it into the South American horizon? Only one way to know for sure. Also: Marvel steals our ideas, Vixen takes one small step for black female superheroes, J-Horror trash, the problem of Danny Rand, and updates on Food Wars and Young Justice. Plus our usual squabbling and banter.

Episode 4: Death Parade And Young Justice

Mon, 15 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000

The stakes are high this week as Caitlin unloads one of her all time favourites for Jordan to check out, superhero teen action/drama Young Justice. Jordan continues his quest to find an anime that Caitlin will love as much as he does, bringing her the existentialist suspense of Death Parade. Also this week: Daredevil and Crouching Tiger tease us, Stan the Man says farewell to Canada, Eric Stephenson unloads the hot take cannon, one of us saw Deadpool and the return of Jordan’s tirade voice. #supeshap

Episode 2: New Archie And The Mighty Boosh

Tue, 09 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to Geekdown, the show where longtime friends and nerds Caitlin MacKinnon and Jordan Ferguson continue their unending search for the sweet spots where fandoms intersect. This week, Caitlin checks out last year’s reboot of the Archie franchise and Jordan looks at cult British comedy series The Mighty Boosh. Can Caitlin stomach the soapy teen drama of Riverdale 2k16? Can the Boosh break Jordan’s longstanding aversion to British comedy? Only one way to find out. Also appearing: a change of venue, Deadpool excitement, the DCU’s pants problem and the first appearance of “Jordan’s Tirade Voice.” For the record, we don’t really think Rob Liefeld is a horrible human being.

Episode 3: Bitch Planet And Food Wars

Tue, 09 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to Geekdown, where two nerds who like very different things try to find the sweet spots where their fandoms intersect. After enduring subzero pandemonium and almost splitting up, Jordan and Caitlin get down to business, talking about the intergalactic dystopian women’s prison grindhouse spectacular Bitch Planet and the all-you-can-eat fan service buffet known as Food Wars. Also on this episode: Jughead’s asexual, Deadpool’s king, Daniel Bryan’s retired and Caitlin really, really hates Shadowhunters. This episode also marks the first appearance of Jordan’s current alpha and omega. His Ur-Fandom, if you will. Talk with us @geekdownpod on Twitter, or email us at geekdownpod@gmail.com

Episode 1: Agent Carter And One Punch Man

Tue, 09 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Geekdown, where every week longtime friends and geeks Jordan Ferguson and Caitlin MacKinnon each bring in something they like to see if the other will like it as much, in an attempt to find the sweet spots where fandoms intersect. The inaugural episode swings big, with Jordan taking on Marvel’s Agent Carter and Caitlin spending time with breakout anime hit One Punch Man. Will Peggy Carter’s plucky charm win over the typically surly Jordan? Will Caitlin find anything to love in the breakneck action and shonen satire of OPM? We shall see. Also appearing: cosplaying figure skaters, American Gods casting reactions, comic reboots no one asked for and Caitlin attempting to stay awake through two minutes of pro wrestling talk.

Welcome to Geekdown

Wed, 03 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Geekdown, a weekly podcast where longtime friends Jordan Ferguson and Caitlin MacKinnon will attempt to find the sweet spot of fandom by bringing each other items from their preferred areas of interest the other (and you) might have missed. In this special preview episode, the pair introduce themselves and give you a brief sense of what to expect from the show, as well as unexpected nature sightings and broadcasting tips from Caitlin’s mom.