Linkin Park's first album perfectly showcases their sound and dynamic as Nu Metal/Rap and would go on to be the best selling inaugural album of the 21st century. Today's root beer is Henry Weinhard's again.In...

He has been heralded for pushing the envelope of cinematic technology for almost 40 years, most of his films have been box office smashes, and his new film “Here” resonated with our nostalgic hearts! Today's root beer is N...

The game has been called “a model of decorum and tranquility”, and “religion plus finesse”, both quotes from Tim Rice, Benny Andersson, and Bjorn Ulvaeus’ musical “Chess”.So we talk about both.From the opening mov...

This week, we read the novel by Robert Bloch and then rewatched the timeless classic horror film, chocolate syrup and all!From the nail biting suspense of Miss Crane's flight with the stolen money, to Norman's assurance that “a...

At one point during the recording of this episode, we said that someone could do well by opening a Halloween store that exclusively sells costumes of characters portrayed by Johnny Depp. What more can I say? That is why we geek out about the...

The concept album from My Chemical Romance tells the story of “The Patient”, and his journey through the Afterlife. This album was of that really spoke to many of a certain generation, with its plethora of intriguing lines, direct and metaph...

As she recommended this topic to us, our friend Shauna joins us in discussing the beloved children's animated series. We talk about the cosplay we've seen at FanX, as well as the panel commemorating the 10 year anniversary of the show. Also,...

Once again, we record most of our episode live at Utah's own comic convention, FanX. we recap the panels, the celebs, the cosplay, purchases, and just sheer, overwhelming fun that it is to attend this con!Also, once again, we d...

(Wrong audio originally posted, re-posting with correct audio)Sometimes, the weather and the mood just need that ambient accent of Folk-Celtic Fusion-Medieval-Rock music, ya know? Autumn just feels like the right time for Loreena McKenni...

The third novella by Stephen King from the Different Seasons collection is arguably the go-to for nostalgia in film. Following the four perfectly cast boys as they follow the train tracks towards the end of summer, childhood, and the body of...

Episode 110 - Beetlejuice - Fanta Haunted AppleTo kick off this year's Geektoberfest, we talk about the original Ghost with the Most, his first film, as well as a few comments about the animated series, the musical, and (spoile...

One of the great comedic duos of the modern age made us laugh with racial situations, ridiculous reactions to mundanity, and other kinds of social commentary seen through the eyes of laughter.If you haven't ever seen their sket...

“Shome thingsh in here don't react well to bulletsh!”We discuss what Brant considers a dang-near perfect film(albeit a very “guy” movie): action-packed, political, intense situations, great music, excellent acting from a scatte...

Not exactly something we geek out about, per se, but we do enjoy entertaining some of the ideas people have come up with to claim we are all being duped! From Roswell aliens and faking the moon landing, to the idea that Finland isn't real, b...

Stars and planets and meteorites, oh my!Since the beginning of time, man has looked up and felt awe and wonder at what he saw. We discuss the moon, the galaxies, constellations, and space exploration. We even discuss Pluto's st...

Sorry, but Brant and Andrew are tied up in the trunk of my car, so I'm writing this episode description. This is Deadpool, and you'll have to forgiv the type O's; I writingvwith both hands full ov chimichangas. I'm really flattered an all th...

“Whose footprints are these?” This week we talk about our favorite parts from one of the greatest video games of all time! The complex gameplay, the intriguing characters, the weapons, the plot, even the music…. Metal Gear...

The second Stephen King novella from the Different Seasons collection. We talked about the book and its subsequent film. Quite dark, extremely heavy, and definitely not “Shauna friendly”. We both agree, we're not really geeking out about thi...

We each grew up watching a variety of musicals, from Annie to Ziegfeld. We've even gotten to perform in a few on stage. Also, we both got caught up in the storms that were Phantom of the Opera and Les Miz. In many ways, narratives through mu...

With the relatable “every man” talent of Tom Hanks, perfectly blended with the quirky cuteness of Meg Ryan, the 90's gave us America's sweethearts. We talk about their four films together and how they just fit in ways that might only happen ...

For our centennial episode, we deep dive into what it meant to us to grow up in the 80’s and 90’s, and experienced firsthand how being a geek went from being a social pariah to a mainstream protagonist of American culture and entertainment. ...

….and then we continue going over the top with the acclaimed sequel album. If Bat I is Steinman’s idealized teenage fantasy, with Bat II, the teen has grown up and is now dealing with the crushing effect adulting has on those dreams. Peter P...

We go waaay over the top in our geeking out over Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf's first bombastic album. We talk about all the twists and turns, speedups and road closures this speeding motorcycle had to take to become one of the best selling al...

Discussing the wizarding children's tales from a new translation from ancient runes by Hermione Granger, with notes and commentary by Albus Dumbledore and JK Rowling.Today's root beer is Barq's in a glass Bottle.I...

We discussed Stephen King's brilliant novella and the moving film adaptation, including our thoughts on the universal feelings of imprisonment, freedom, and how hope is a good thing. Maybe the best of things.Today's root beer i...