GEEK THIS!

About GEEK THIS!

Join two long-time friends as they dive into the latest in pop culture, sharing their opinions and nerding out over their favorite topics. From movies and TV shows to music and games, nothing is off-limits in these lively and honest conversations. Produced by Arcteller Pressa.

Publisher

David Hunt & Dave Clements

Category

leisure · tv & film · tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Jan 2013

Latest episode

23 Jan 2025

Latest episodes

12 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Jan 2025

   The 2025 Plan

   Yes, we tend to do this every single year: lay out a game plan for what the show will look like and then fail miserably. That's what happens when your hosts are employed full-time, have families, and don't feel like they're ever breathing at the end of the day. BUT... we really are trying. Dave is doing some video projects for work, so you, lovely audience, will be benefiting from that as well. Subscribe to the GEEK THIS! YouTube channel for quick reviews and the occasional freeform livestream where you'll be able to interact in the chat. All in the name of honing a new craft!

2. 

   18 May 2024

   X-Men ’97 Overview

   We recently reviewed the first two episodes of X-Men '97 but we just had to talk about the rest of the season. We didn't go into great depth, but that's just how the show goes. Also, the show is going to take a break through the entire month of June 2024 due to an incredibly busy month. Keep an eye on our social channels for more updates!

3. 

   10 May 2024

   Reflecting on Our Favorite 90s Pop Culture

   Life's been life-ing, so we decided to talk about some of our favorite shows from our childhood.

4. 

   20 Mar 2024

   Recapturing the Magic of the 90’s Era: X-Men ’97

   We're touching on nostalgia with the release of X-Men '97 on Disney+! AI-Generated Summary The podcast episode begins with hosts Dave Clements and David Hunt giving a brief introduction of their show, "Geek This," which covers a wide range of pop culture topics focusing primarily on movies, TV shows, comic books, and video games. Dave Clements kicks off the conversation by sharing his latest geeky endeavor, playing the remastered "Crisis Core," a prequel game to "Final Fantasy VII" initially released on the PSP. David Hunt, who is less enthusiastic about RPGs, admits to not having played the "Final Fantasy" series much but discusses his limited experience with the franchise. David Hunt then delves into his current fascination, which surprisingly isn't typical of the show's usual topics. He's geeking out over the band Twenty One Pilots and their newly released single "Overcompensate," along with the band's broader lore and thematic content hidden within their albums. The hosts discuss the unique storytelling and augmented reality game-like elements embedded in the band's music and cover art, highlighting their appreciation for artistic depth. After their music discussion, the hosts shift their focus to the main topic of the podcast: the newly released "X-Men '97" animated series on Disney+. They reminisce about the original 1992 "X-Men: The Animated Series," its memorable theme song, and personal connections to the X-Men franchise. Both hosts share their stories related to the series' action figures and their experiences watching the show in their early years. As they continue to reflect on the original series, the hosts talk about their favorite characters and the show's take on more complex themes and parallels to civil rights, applauding the meaningful content continuing in the new series. They address some criticisms viewers have expressed online over changes in character designs and elements of wokeness in the new series, which they find humorous and off-base. Then they transition into discussing the performances of the characters in "X-Men '97," comparing voice actors and their portrayals of the characters. There is a particular focus on Cyclops being portrayed as a "square," which leads to a broader discussion about the character's qualities. Additionally, they ponder the impact of the Storm character losing her powers early in the new series and speculate on the duration of this plot point. Towards the end of the episode, the hosts express a desire to see more animated Marvel content that explores different characters and stories. They then announce their plans for future podcast content, revealing their upcoming series "Now This Is Franchising," starting with the 2002 "Spider-Man" film. In the final moments, Dave Clements calls on the audience to provide feedback and participate in the podcast community via email, the website, and social media. The episode concludes with the hosts sharing their enthusiasm for the continuation of "X-Men '97" and their plans to revisit the original animated series.

5. 

   15 Mar 2024

   Riding the Sandworms: Denis Villeneuve’s DUNE Series

   We watched DUNE: PART TWO, so we have to talk about it! Also, we've decided to take an unedited approach to the show. If you like it, let us know. If you hate it, let us know! What we're geeking this week PlayStation Portal Final Fantasy VII: Crisis Core Delicious in Dungeon (Netflix) AI-Generated Show Summary The episode begins with host Dave Clements greeting the audience and joking about a beeping noise that startled him. His co-host, David Hunt, chimes in, albeit a bit awkwardly, realizing the limitations of podcasting—namely, that the audience can't respond to his queries. Dave Clements is going through the keto diet again and is struggling with cravings, particularly when seeing foods he can't have because of his diet. David Hunt sympathizes, noting how difficult it is to diet with children at home who aren’t following the same eating plan. The conversation shifts to what the hosts have been up to. David Hunt shares his experience playing Final Fantasy VII Crisis Core and talks about his new PlayStation Portal, which allows him to play when the TV is occupied by his child. Dave has returned to rotating streaming services, settling on Netflix with ads to save some money. He mentions a new anime he's watching, "Delicious in Dungeon," which combines elements of Dungeons and Dragons and food—a recommendation he makes despite the challenge of starting keto. Their talk turns toward Netflix streaming, with Dave Clements expressing his frustration over rewatching shows when his preference leans toward new content. The two friends joke about their partners rewatching their favorite shows on streaming services. The conversation then leads into the main topic of the episode: a review of Denis Villeneuve's Dune films. Both hosts disclose their lack of exposure to the Dune universe before the recent films. Dave attempted to watch the 1984 version by David Lynch but couldn’t get into it. David Hunt hadn’t seen the earlier film, mini-series, or read the book, and his knowledge was primarily through secondary sources like the Sci-Fi Christian podcast. Approaching Villeneuve’s "Dune Part One," both hosts were excited. David Hunt hadn’t seen it in theaters due to life getting in the way but caught up on the first film right before the second one was released. Dave watched Dune as soon as it came out on HBO Max, but it took a few tries to get through it without falling asleep. Dave discusses the grand visuals and designs of the movie and the use of practical effects. David Hunt expresses that watching the second movie helped him better appreciate the first one, as they should be watched as a single entity. Both hosts find the movie visually stunning and well-acted but admit the storyline was dense and at times hard to follow. Turning the discussion to "Dune Part Two," Dave says he enjoyed Paul's character more this time because of his character arc. However, he struggled with understanding some of Paul's motivations and actions. He appreciated Zendaya’s character and was impressed by a big twist in the film involving Paul’s mother. Dave mentions being impressed by the sandworms, sharing a piece of trivia about the failed attempt to utilize practical effects for a riding scene ultimately generated digitally. He’s intrigued by the larger universe and is open to exploring more of it. Before closing the episode, the hosts invite their audience to send feedback and content suggestions. They address that previous episodes can be found on the podcast website and hint at re-releasing earlier content. The hosts express their love for engaging with their listeners and mention potential future series on other movie franchises. The episode ends with the hosts bidding farewell until the next episode.

6. 

   12 Jan 2024

   The Last Wave: Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom

   We say goodbye to the DCEU, but does it go out like a powerful tsunami or end up like a beached whale?

7. 

   29 Nov 2023

   Glorious Purpose (Loki S2 Ep. 4-6)

   The end of Marvel Studio's Loki has come and we have opinions. We also touch on The Marvels and the What If...? Season 2 trailer. Much like the Loki series finale, we're jumping all over the place, but we get there in the end! What we're geeking Invincible S2 (Amazon Prime) Wendigoon (YouTube) Rating Marvel Studio's Loki Season 2 David's Rating: 4/5Dave's Rating: 3.5/5 Support the podcast We've started a Patreon. It's only $1/month and you get access to our unedited audio and Discord community!We'd love for you to join us!

8. 

   10 Nov 2023

   The Sacred Timeline So Far (Loki S2 Episodes 1-3)

   This episode contains spoilers for Loki Season One and the first three episodes of Loki Season Two. When we last left Loki Laufeyson, Thor's adopted brother and regular villain of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, he had caused a bit of a problem in The Sacred Timeline. Especially when one of his variants, named Sylvie, killed a figure only known as He Who Remains. In Season Two, Loki partners up with Mobius M. Mobius, time-traveling in an attempt to save The Sacred Timeline while Sylvie tries to destroy it and live her own life. In this episode we discuss the first half of Loki and dig into where it may be going.

9. 

   31 Oct 2023

   Starting A Multiverse: Loki & Quantumania

   Marvel's Loki has returned to the small screen for season two, but we decided to go back in time ourselves to remember what season one had going on. We also touch on Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania (what a title). After this, we'll be headed back to the future for season two's mischief! What We're Geeking Gen V (Amazon Prime) *This is a mature show Taskmaster (YouTube/BBC) Pokemon: Scarlet (Nintendo Switch) MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios The Ringerverse The Sci-Fi Christian

10. 

    24 Oct 2023

    David & Dave Reboot A Podcast

    We've been gone for three years. Longer if you think about the time that Dave was solo - we don't talk about that. But... we're back and we actually have a plan of attack! But first, we figured it would be best to catch up, let you know what we've been up to, and what we've been geeking out about. Dang it's good to be back! Pardon the rust; it's been a bit since we've recorded together. Please follow us over on Facebook, Instagram, and (possibly) Threads to let us know you're happy we're back, what you thought of this episode, and what you want to hear from us next!

11. 

    3 Oct 2018

    Are You Afraid of the Dark? (1990)

    It’s October, the podcast is back, and it’s that time of the year where we all just want something spooky to watch. This week, I’m starting off the season right by talking a little about a show from my childhood – and possibly yours – Are You Afraid of the Dark. I hope you enjoy the return from my unexpected two-month break. After recording the episode, I found this amazing, updated re-imagining of the Are You Afraid of the Dark intro. It’s the audio you hear at the end of the episode. Please check out more of the videos and projects created by SNEAKYBOY on YouTube. I did not ask permission to use the audio in the episode, but am in the process of getting in touch with the SNEAKYBOY team to let them know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ghu3_77SCqw

12. 

    7 Jan 2013

    Holy Podcast, Batman!

    Batman's history is revealed by DC Comics expert, exploring lesser-known facts about the Caped Crusader's origins and evolution as a cultural icon.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

11 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 30 / 100

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27

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

82

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