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Geekdown PodcastEpisode 318: Hiatus Hodgepodge (Side-Sidebar)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
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2023-05-021h 12
Geekdown PodcastWelcome to the Geekdown PodcastThere 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.
2021-10-1801 min
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 242: The Mitchells vs The MachinesThe 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.
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2021-05-101h 24Geekdown PodcastThe Geekdown Holiday Sickness SpectacularThe 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.
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2020-12-291h 13Geekdown PodcastEpisode 199A: Where Time Becomes a LoopFriends, 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!
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2020-05-121h 17Geekdown PodcastEpisode 198: Seed Aisle Demo TapesIf 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
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2020-05-051h 15
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 190: This is How You Lose Her and Sharp TeethGeekdown 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).
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2020-03-031h 21Geekdown PodcastEpisode 189: Skyward and Ex MachinaGeekdown 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)
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Geekdown Wordy Book Club returns next week, with Sharp Teeth by Toby Barlow and This is How You Lose Her by Junot Diaz.
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2020-02-251h 19Geekdown PodcastEpisode 188: Kipo and the Age of WonderbeastsThis 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!
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2020-02-1852 min
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 176: November Crapathon ArrivesYou 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.
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2019-11-031h 11
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 174: Chilling Sabrina and The Junji Ito CollectionOut 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!
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2019-10-221h 07
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 165: Gentleman JackReunited 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.
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2019-08-201h 04
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 164: DieAugust 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.
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2019-08-131h 02
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 163: Stranger Things 3August 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.
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2019-08-051h 11
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 151: Moon Knight (2016) and NextwaveGeekdown 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.
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2019-03-191h 28
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 144: Hip-Hop Evolution and Hedwig & The Angry InchA 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.
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2019-01-211h 28
Geekdown PodcastThe 2018 LookbackBetween 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.
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2019-01-0843 min
Geekdown PodcastThe Geekdown Highlight ReelFrom 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...
2018-12-3146 min
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 141: Holiday 2018 with Arthur Christmas and Trading PlacesNo 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.
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2018-12-241h 31
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 140: The Christmas InheritanceYour 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.
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2018-12-151h 05
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 139: Tezuka's Metropolis and The Emperor's New GrooveThe 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.
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2018-12-101h 28
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 138: Face/Off and Batman & RobinNovember 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.
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2018-11-271h 22
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 137: Flash Gordon and Skull Face Bookseller Honda-SanNovember 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.
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2018-11-191h 20
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 136: UHF & The Cable GuyNovember 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!
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2018-11-121h 25
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 135: Switchblade Sisters and Double ImpactYou 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.
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2018-11-061h 36
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 134: Zombie Land Saga & Interview Wth The VampireAnother 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.
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2018-10-301h 10
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 133: Donnie Darko and Perfect BlueBack 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.
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2018-10-231h 37
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 132: Hodgepodge Rides AgainSPOILER 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.
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2018-10-151h 28
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 131: The Snagglepuss Chronicles & The Dragon PrinceIt 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...
2018-10-011h 25
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 130: Iron Fist S2Oh 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.
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2018-09-241h 12
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 129: High Noon & Dragon HalfHey, 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.
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2018-09-181h 31
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 128: Audio Issues with Here is Greenwood & The Thin ManSo 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...
2018-09-121h 36
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 127: Table 19 and Dirty PairBack 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.
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2018-09-041h 06
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 126: Banana FishAugust 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.
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2018-08-271h 01
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 125: CollateralYour 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.
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2018-08-211h 11
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 124: Castle RockSpecial 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.
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2018-08-111h 31
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 121: Motor Crush & Justice League InternationalGeekdown 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."
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2018-06-191h 31
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 120: The Book of Life and Mob Psycho 100The 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!
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2018-06-121h 31
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 119: Wotakoi and The Ministry of TimeBack 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!
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2018-06-051h 29
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 118: BarryOut 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.
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2018-05-291h 27
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 117: 28 Days and Miss HokusaiIt'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.
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2018-05-221h 31
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 116: Killing Eve and Pushing DaisiesA 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!
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2018-05-151h 49
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 115: The Return of Hodgepodge!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.
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2018-05-071h 26
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 114: Mad Max Fury Road and Megalo BoxGetting 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.
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2018-04-301h 35
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 113: Andre the Giant and Lost in La ManchaThis 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.
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2018-04-241h 32
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 112: The Fall (2006) and Paranoia AgentTime 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.
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2018-04-171h 38
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 111: A Place Further Than the Universe & Mr. RightA 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!
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2018-04-101h 28
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 110: Roxanne RoxanneThis 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!
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2018-04-031h 13
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 109: Superstore and Fresh Off The BoatThe 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.
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2018-03-271h 35
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 108: The Wrestler and Galaxy QuestJordan 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.
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2018-03-201h 36
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 107: Chihayafuru - Kimi no KuAn 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.
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2018-03-131h 15
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 106: 24 Hour Party People & Showa Ginroku Rakugo ShinjuThe 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.
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2018-03-061h 40
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 105: Haikyu!! and Persuasion (2007)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.
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2018-02-271h 37
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 104: Moana and Excel SagaIt'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.
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2018-02-201h 39
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 103: In This Corner of the World and HannaFeast 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...
2018-02-121h 49
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 102: DarkJord 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!
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2018-02-061h 16
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 101: Gattaca and Violet EvergardenOn 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!
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2018-01-301h 25Geekdown PodcastEpisode 100!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...
2018-01-231h 17
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 99: Turbo Championship EditionCONTINUE 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...
2018-01-161h 31
Geekdown PodcastGeekdown Apology Bonus Episode!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.
2018-01-1518 min
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 99 3/8: Re-chain of Sleep Birth -- Prelude RemixPUT 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...
2018-01-092h 02
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 99: The 2017 LookbackThe 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.
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2018-01-0255 min
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 97: Recovery of an MMO Junkie and ChicagoRequest 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.
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2017-12-111h 32
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 96: Little Witch Academia and The Witches of EastwickGetting 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.
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2017-12-041h 33
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 94: Catch-Up 2017Here 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...
2017-11-211h 31
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 90: Conan and Game of DeathWe'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.
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2017-10-241h 01
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 89: All The Birds in the Sky and Rat QueensThe 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...
2017-10-161h 39
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 88: The Expanse and Royal Space ForceSpace. 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!
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2017-10-091h 43
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 87: Samurai Champloo and Northanger AbbeyYour 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!
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2017-10-031h 26
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 86: Amélie and The Ancient Magus' BrideWho 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.
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2017-09-261h 13
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 85: Princess Jellyfish and The Winter SoldierYour 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.
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2017-09-191h 31
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 84: Local Hero and DissectScottish 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.
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2017-09-121h 37
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 83: 100 Bullets and The Lego MovieBack 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.
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2017-09-051h 17
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 82: Please Like MeJordan 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.
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2017-08-291h 11
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 81: The DefendersAugust 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...
2017-08-221h 20
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 80: Made in AbyssWe 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.
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2017-08-141h 01
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 79: Orphan BlackSPOILER 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.
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2017-08-061h 35
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 78: OkjaAugust 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...
2017-08-0155 min
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 77: Mogul and A Prairie Home CompanionAll 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...
2017-07-231h 23
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 76: North & South and Midnight DinerBack 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...
2017-07-181h 28
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 75: The CanonOn 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...
2017-07-101h 55
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 74: Rurouni Kenshin and Four RoomsWell 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...
2017-07-041h 38
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 73: State of Play and Urasawa's MonsterCait'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!
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2017-06-261h 19
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 72: Fargo and The No. 1 Ladies' Detective AgencyWho'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?
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2017-06-201h 34
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 71: Murder on the Orient Express and My Hero AcademiaWe 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...
2017-06-141h 25
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 70: Anime North and Collector LifeLight 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!
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2017-06-042h 26
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 69: Re:Creators and The Mummy (1999)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.
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2017-05-291h 26
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 68: Hodgepodge Redux!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.
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2017-05-231h 32
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 67: Scalped and My Brother's HusbandWe'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...
2017-05-161h 13
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 66: Escaflowne and The Secret Garden(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...
2017-05-081h 21
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 65: S*TownA 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.
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2017-05-021h 14
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 64: Death at a Funeral (2007) and ReviewThis 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...
2017-04-231h 23
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 56: Crimetown and Brother CadfaelGeekdown 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.
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2017-02-251h 03
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 55: Kubo & The Two Strings and Miss Kobayashi's Dragon MaidGeekdown 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...
2017-02-191h 04
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 54: Cagliostro Castle and Butch & SundanceJordan'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...
2017-02-121h 22
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 47: The Geekdown Year in Review 2016This 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...
2016-12-2759 min
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 19: Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries And Wolf ChildrenYour 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...
2016-06-071h 21
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 11: Secret Origins SpecialIn 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...
2016-04-121h 07
Geekdown PodcastEpisode 9: Madoka Magica And Earth's Mightiest HeroesEpisode 9: Madoka Magica And Earth's Mightiest Heroes by Geekdown Podcast
2016-03-221h 28
Geekdown PodcastWelcome to GeekdownWelcome 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.
2016-02-0315 min