We’re thrilled to announce the release of our latest Geek Freaks episode, packed with exciting news and an exclusive interview that you won’t want to miss! Here’s a sneak peek at what you can expect in this jam-packed episode.
Episode Overview
In this episode, hosts Frank and Jonathan dive into the latest happenings in the geek world. From the set of the new Superman movie in Cleveland to updates on the highly anticipated Fantastic Four movie set in the 1960s, we cover it all. Plus, we sit down with the incredibly talented AJ Locascio, known for voicing Gambit in X-Men ’97 and Han Solo in the Lego Star Wars games.
Chapter Highlights
Here’s a breakdown of the episode chapters:
- 00:00 – Introduction and Weekly Roundup Frank and Jonathan kick off the episode with their usual lively discussion, sharing highlights from their week and setting the stage for what’s to come.
- 00:14 – Top 90s Sequels and Reboots Discussion A nostalgic trip down memory lane as our hosts discuss potential 90s sequels and reboots, weighing in on what could be the next big hit.
- 03:30 – Diego Luna and Rogue One Characters in Andor Season 2 Exciting news for Star Wars fans! We discuss Diego Luna’s return and the inclusion of Rogue One characters in the upcoming season of Andor.
- 07:47 – Superman Filming Updates and Set Photos Get the latest scoop on the Superman movie filming in Cleveland, including behind-the-scenes details and set photos that capture the essence of this iconic character’s return.
- 11:38 – New Batman: Caped Crusader Trailer and Its Nostalgic Elements Our hosts break down the new trailer for Batman: Caped Crusader, highlighting the nostalgic elements that pay homage to the classic 90s animation.
- 14:01 – Green Lantern Series Details and Its True Detective-Style Approach We delve into the details of the upcoming Green Lantern series, which promises a True Detective-style narrative focusing on Jon Stewart and Hal Jordan.
- 17:00 – Marvel and DC Universe Discussions and the Upcoming Fantastic Four Movie Set in the 1960s Frank and Jonathan discuss the implications of setting the new Fantastic Four movie in the 1960s and what this means for the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
- 20:34 – Upcoming Godzilla and Kong Movie and Its MonsterVerse Connection Monster movie enthusiasts rejoice! We talk about the next installment in the Godzilla and Kong series and its place within the MonsterVerse.
- 23:00 – Interview with AJ Locascio The highlight of this episode is our exclusive interview with AJ Locascio. AJ shares his experiences voicing beloved characters like Gambit and Han Solo, offering insights into the world of voice acting and his journey in the industry.
IT: Welcome to Derry Finale, Supergirl Teaser, Avatar Season 2, and Game Awards Highlights – Geek Freaks
Episode Summary This episode is a geek news and trailer roundup with a full IT: Welcome to Derry Season 1 finale discussion, plus reactions to the Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow teaser and the Netflix live action Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 trailer. We also hit the biggest Game Awards 2025 winners and reveals, including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, a new Divinity announcement, and first impressions of the Street Fighter movie trailer. Spoiler note: Full spoilers for IT: Welcome to Derry Season 1 kick in during the dedicated segment later in the episode. Timestamps and Topics 0:00:00 Intro, holiday check-in, and California fog weather 00:01:22 Question of the Week: Which classic horror movie should become a modern series? 00:05:31 Streaming consolidation talk and why big mergers worry creators and viewers 00:12:08 Far Cry series discussion and what makes the games work as TV 00:17:05 The Game Awards 2025 recap: winners and biggest reveals 00:25:48 Trailer reactions: Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow teaser and Lobo glimpse 00:32:52 Trailer reactions: Netflix Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2, Toph, Azula, bending rules 00:39:25 IT: Welcome to Derry Season 1 spoiler discussion and finale thoughts 00:49:28 What's next: Season 2 (1935) and Season 3 (1908) setting breakdown 00:53:03 Ratings and recommendations, plus network updates and wrap-up Key Takeaways The show dives into how streaming consolidation could impact jobs, creativity, and what viewers pay. Far Cry feels like a perfect TV sandbox if it nails the villain and the escalating rebellion vibe. The Game Awards conversation focuses on what looks exciting now versus what might be years away. Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow looks like it's keeping the comic's tone and trauma-driven edge front and center. Netflix Avatar Season 2 has the ingredients, but the details matter, especially Toph's presentation and Azula's intensity. IT: Welcome to Derry sticks the landing for the crew, and the back-in-time structure could keep future seasons fresh. Memorable Quotes "Merging in the end makes a small amount of people rich." "That is such a devious strategy. You almost got to respect it." "How does this story about Pennywise make me feel feelings?" "I need to see bloodbending." Call to Action If you enjoyed the episode, follow Geek Freaks on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, leave a five star review, and share the show using #GeekFreaksPodcast. Also keep an eye on our socials for Geekies voting and nominees this week. Links and Resources GeekFreaksPodcast.com is the source of all news discussed during our podcast. Follow Us Instagram: @geekfreakspodcast Threads: @geekfreakspodcast Twitter: @geekfreakspod Facebook: Geek Freaks Podcast Patreon: Geek Freaks Podcast Listener Questions Send us what you want covered next, including: Which Game Awards reveal are you most excited to actually play? What moment from IT: Welcome to Derry Season 1 hit you the hardest? What Avatar Season 2 moment do you think Netflix cannot afford to cut? Apple Podcast Tags IT: Welcome to Derry, IT Welcome to Derry finale, Pennywise, Stephen King, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, DCU, Lobo, Jason Momoa, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Netflix Avatar live action, Toph, Azula, The Game Awards 2025, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, Knights of the Old Republic, Divinity, Larian Studios, Street Fighter movie, Far Cry series, Noah Hawley, Rob McElhenney, streaming wars, geek news, TV trailers, video game news
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