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Altered Geek ®
by GeekCast Radio Network, LLC
Join Steve "Megatron" and TFG1Mike every other week as they'll debate the latest in TV, film, animation, gaming, and tech. It's like your favorite geek conversations brought to your ear holes as a podcast! "Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks"
Episodes
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Open Source Adobe Clones & The Art of Waiting
We are officially twenty-five episodes away from the big 500 milestone! In Episode 475, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike kick off the march to 500 with a wild week of tech disruption, media shifts, and pop-culture retrospectives. First, we tackle the viral story shaking up the software...
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DCU Crisis, The Batman Part II Pause & Audible AI
In this edition of Altered Geek, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike return to tackle the latest developments across entertainment, tech, and cinema. We kick things off with breaking news in the superhero world, discussing the production pause on The Batman Part II as director Matt Reeves...
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AI Dystopia, Corporate Mergers & "Memoirs of the End" with Author Vincent Ryland
What happens when the end of human agency doesn't come from a dramatic robot war, but through corporate mergers, regulatory blind spots, universal basic income, and sheer societal convenience? Steve "Megatron" Phillips sits down with author, former attorney, and corporate strategist Vincent…
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Darkwing Duck Returns, The DCU Slate In Crisis & Film Re-Releases
Let’s get dangerous! Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike kick off the show with massive news for Disney Afternoon fans: Darkwing Duck is officially returning with a brand-new animated series greenlit for Disney+! We break down what this reboot needs to do to capture the magic of St. Canard,...
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D23 Marvel Updates, Columbia House Closure, and Stuart Fails to
Steve and Mike dive into the biggest news from D23 2026, including the MCU's X-Men cast reveal, Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, and Disney+'s essential viewing list for the upcoming Doomsday event. They also discuss YouTube's new unified view-counting system, the end of Columbia House after 71...
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SDCC 2026 - Hall H Hijinks, Toys Rundown, and Pre-Order Fatigue
San Diego Comic-Con 2026 came, saw, and completely obliterated our wallets! In Episode 470, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike breakdown the biggest Hall H moments, massive toy pre-orders, and industry-shifting reveals from SDCC 2026. First, we tackle the wild Hall H stunts—from Rick...
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Physical vs. Digital Libraries
What happens when the digital servers shut down and your "purchased" movie library suddenly vanishes into thin air? In Episode 469, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike tackle one of the most passionate debates in modern geek culture: Physical vs. Digital Media Libraries. We dive into the...
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The Sound-Bar Volume Crackdown and Studio Shakeups
The consolidation of the media landscape just hit a whole new level of crazy! In Episode 467, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike react to the jaw-dropping news that Fox Corp. is acquiring Roku in a massive $22 billion deal. By purchasing the hardware and interface that sits in over 100...
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Clickbait Journalism, Transformers Reprints, and Google Icon Packs
Steve and Mike tackle a week of geek news, starting with CBS's series order for NCIS: New York starring LL Cool J and Scott Caan. They call out misleading headlines from Valnet-owned sites like Screen Rant, particularly around Skybound Entertainment's reprint of the Generation 1 Transformers film...
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The End of CBS News Radio and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
The media landscape is experiencing a massive changing of the guard! In Episode 466, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike tackle a week of historic endings and radical digital beginnings. First, we say a final, bittersweet goodbye to an institution as CBS News Radio officially goes off the...
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GameStop's eBay Bid, iHeartMedia and SiriusXM Merger, QR Code Verification, and the Netflix Look in Modern Movies
Steve Phillips and TFG1Mike break down the week's biggest media and tech stories: GameStop's rejected $56 billion unsolicited bid for eBay, early merger talks between iHeartMedia and SiriusXM to create a radio powerhouse, Google's shift from traditional CAPTCHAs to QR code verification systems…
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Grok’s Timeline Takeover & The Dynamic Pricing Disaster
The digital landscape is getting messier by the minute! In Episode 464, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike tackle the controversial news that X (formerly Twitter) is handing the keys to your timeline over to Grok. We discuss the implications of letting AI curate your social experience…
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The Great Desk Upgrade, Hasbro Legends, YouTube Price Hike & Sony’s Plan to Save Cinema
Is the golden age of streaming and tech convenience officially hitting a paywall? In Episode 463, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike tackle the latest hit to our wallets: YouTube Premium’s US pricing is going up. We discuss the price hike and a "quietly revealed" trick to avoid ads…
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Studio Upgrades, Vizio-Walmart Trap & Why The 22-Episode Seasons Are Officially Dead
In this episode of Altered Geek, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike dive into the shifting sands of the tech and entertainment world. First, Steve catches us up on his massive Studio Desk Upgrade—because every geek needs a command center that actually fits the mission. In the news, we...
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Starfleet Academy Expelled & Universal’s Theater War
The final frontier just got a lot smaller, and the walk to the movie theater just got a lot longer. In Episode 461, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike react to the massive news that Star Trek: Starfleet Academy has been cancelled after only two seasons. With Season 1 barely in the…
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The Paramount+ Max Merger & 3D Printer Surveillance
The landscape of Geekdom is shifting beneath our feet! In Episode 460, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike break down the massive industry-shaking news that HBO Max and Paramount+ are officially merging into a single streaming titan. We discuss what this means for your wallet and...
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The Death of Ad Blockers & Meta’s AI Resurrection
Welcome to another high-octane adventure into Geekdom! In Episode 459, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips is joined by TFG1Mike to tackle a week filled with massive industry shifts and somber goodbyes. We start by honoring the legacies of several legends, including Robert Duvall, and James Van Der...
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AI Unleashed & Trailer Mania: Remembering Catherine O’Hara
In this action-packed episode of Altered Geek, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips is joined by the legendary TFG1Mike to navigate the highs and lows of modern Geekdom. We kick things off with a heartfelt tribute to the iconic Catherine O’Hara, reflecting on her incredible legacy and passing. Then,...
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CES 2026 Recap, Disney+ Vertical Video, & Christmas Leftovers!
Two weeks into the New Year, host Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike dive deep into the biggest stories in Geekdom! This week on Altered Geek, we recap the 7 Biggest News Stories from CES 2026 across TVs, laptops, and weird new gadgets. Plus, we break down the controversial news that DISNEY+ is...
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Netflix/Warner Bros. Deal Shakes Hollywood! Franchise Sequels & Theatrical Release Wars
Dive into a massive Geek News Smorgasboard with Altered Geek host Steve Phillips! We break down the biggest pop culture headlines of the week, including the historic news of the Original Power Rangers (Super Sentai) officially ending after 50 years. Get the scoop on the surprising Gremlins 3...
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iHeartMedia's Human Guarantee, Black Friday Meh, Batman Batcave, and YouTube Collabs Frustrations
Join host Steve Megatron Phillips and guest TFG1Mike on a brand new adventure into Geekdom! This week, we dive into the biggest stories and topics, including a breakdown of iHeartMedia's new "Guaranteed Human" branding and what it means for audio marketing. We also discuss why the Black Friday...
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Streaming Wars, Old Movies, & Star Trek Legacy
Dive into the latest geekdom with Steve Megatron Phillips! This week, we explore the surprising shift in streaming, where old movies are becoming major moneymakers for platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and Max. Discover why licensed library titles are generating two-thirds of movie...
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Streamer Ads, Instagram Ratings, MTV's End, and YouTube Shorts!
Join Steve Megatron Phillips on Altered Geek as he dives into the latest in Geekdom! This week, we're talking about California's stance on noisy streamer ads, Instagram's new PG-13 rating, the end of an era as MTV shuts down its music channels, and the new "Pause the Feed" feature on YouTube...
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Amazon's James Bond Debacle, Increased Gaming Costs & Podcasting Responsibly
In this week's Altered Geek, join Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike as they dive into the latest geek news! They'll discuss Amazon MGM's controversial decision to remove guns from James Bond art, the rising costs and confusion in the video game market, Emily Blunt's reaction to AI actresses…
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AI Podcasts, and Warner Bros. Worries
Tune in to Altered Geek Episode 452 as hosts Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike dive deep into the world of AI podcasts, Hollywood's AI intellectual property concerns, and the long-awaited return of Tron! Discover why everyone wants Warner Bros. and what media consolidation means for creators…
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Super Troopers 3, RDJ's Doom, HasCon Canceled, and Pixel 10 Flop!
Dive into this week's Altered Geek as Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike tackle the biggest news in geekdom! Get the scoop on Super Troopers 3 starting production, the 17-year-old Iron Man clue predicting RDJ's return as Doctor Doom (which Steve has pinned as a prediction from July, 2024....
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From Pixels to Physical Media – A Geek Odyssey
Join Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike as they navigate the latest in geek news, from the impending Google Pixel 10 and the "Green Screen of Jackets" to the full integration of Hulu into Disney+. They also discuss the return of TJ Hooker, the controversy around Instagram's live location…
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SDCC 2025 Wrap-Up & Happy Gilmore 2 (Spoilers)
Join Steve "Megatron" and TFG1Mike in this week's Altered Geek as they dive deep into the biggest news and reveals from San Diego Comic-Con 2025! From new Star Trek series and toy announcements to exciting genre mash-ups and the latest in Transformers, they cover it all. Plus, they discuss the...
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The Slow Death of Late Night – Pop Culture Chat
Join us as we dive into the slow death of late-night television, discuss the latest in TMNT comics, and reflect on recent passings in the entertainment world. Plus, a special 13th-anniversary segment featuring Mike Powers! Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks! Hey! I'd love to hear your...
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Fantastically Altered: Social Network 2, Ironheart, Simpsons' Marge, and Marvel vs. DC!
This week on Altered Geek, join Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike as they dive into the latest in geekdom! Get ready for rumors on The Social Network Part II in the works, early Ironheart reviews, and the shocking Simpsons Season 36 finale. Plus, we'll discuss Tom Cruise, Lilo & Stitch 2…
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Password Apocalypse! Night Court Cancelled, Sony Eyeing WB, Disney Star Wars & MORE!
This week on Altered Geek, Steve Megatron and TFG1Mike dive into the shocking news of 16 billion passwords leaked from Apple, Google, Facebook, and more! We also discuss the unexpected end of the Night Court reboot, Sony's rumored acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, Disney+'s "abandonment" of…
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Diving into Geek Collections, AMC, Batman Forever Cut & WB Discovery
Steve 'Megatron' Phillips and TFG1Mike dive into the latest geek news, including AMC's ads, Batman Forever, and WB Discovery, but most importantly, they discuss geek collections and habits. What are you collecting? Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks! Hey! I'd love to hear your…
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Netflix vs YouTube, Sesame Street on Netflix, & Geek News
Dive into the latest Geekdom with Altered Geek Episode 442! Join host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike as we discuss Netflix’s challenge to YouTube, 'Sesame Street' heading to Netflix, and the return of 'Scrabble' & 'Trivial Pursuit' on The CW. We also cover Bungie’s art plagiarism...
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Marvel, Netflix and Toys Oh My!
Steve Megatron returns with TFG1 Mike to discuss the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Netflix Originals like "The Electric State", and Nacelle Company's Star Trek line as well as toy companies offloading their IP to other toy companies. Get Altered and Get Geeky with the Altered Geeks! Hey! I'd love to...
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Geekin Out with 3D Printing and More!
Steve Megatron returns with TFG1 Mike for a jam-packed episode! Join the duo as they dive into their latest geeky obsessions, from must-watch shows to the marvels of Steve's 3D printer. They also chat about various TV shows, toys, and Steve's ultimate wishlist. Note: This episode was recorded...
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The Return of Steve Megatron in 2025!
Steve Megatron is back in action! While not a full episode, this thrilling update dives into everything brewing since December. Catch up with Steve as he unravels his thoughts on the latest shows and films catching his attention, including the excitement around Sonic 3 and the juicy rumors about...
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Reviewing Deadpool and Wolverine with Captain Ruggels Gaming
Join this latest episode of Altered Geek as Steve Megatron is joined by Captain Ruggels Gaming! Steve and Ruggels discuss the latest Deadpool film. This is the first new AG Video in years so, pardon our dust, as Steve suffered a computer meltdown prior to the recording and the audio might be off…
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It's Digital Discord! - Discussing Out of Touch Companies, and Other Media News
Join Steve "Megatron" as he dives into this episode of Altered Geek with a more conversational tone, discussing the companies that are out of touch and don't care. From Crunchyroll, Paramount, Lucasfilm, and Hasbro to Media News on streaming platform evolutions, all this and more is on Altered...
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News Roundup, Netflix and Future Updates!
Steve Megatron returns in this episode of Altered Geek to discuss Netflix's changes, some news, as well as podcast updates for the GCRN including the return of listener questions and feedback! Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.
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Geek Culture Smackdown: Digital Scams, Physical Media’s Reign, and Rebooting Your Feed!
Buckle up, geeks and gurus! Steve Megatron’s taking you on a wild ride through the ultimate battleground of geek culture. From dodging digital scams like a pro, to rallying for the reign of physical media, he’s got hot takes on why you should OWN your digital loot instead of just renting it.…
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Geek Culture Unleashed: Superheroes, Tech Trends, and Transformers Tales
Join Steve “Megatron” Phillips on Altered Geek as he dives into the latest in geek culture. This episode covers new trends in TV and movies, exciting tech innovations, and the latest from the Transformers universe. Steve also discusses the power of storytelling in entertainment!! Hey! I'd love to...
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Quick Update and Some Info on Pop Culture
🎙️ In this solo episode of Altered Geek, Steve “Megatron” Phillips shakes things up with fresh energy! He dives into the current state of geekdom, personal projects, and the exciting yet cautious exploration of AI technology. Steve shares his rewarding experience teaching podcasting to kids,...
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Getting Altered and Geeky with SDCC
Steve Megatron and TFG1 Mike are back after a few months, and they’re bringing the heat! Tune in as they dive into their SDCC highlights, spill the latest Marvel news, and geek out over the newest Transformers toys and content. Plus, we’re celebrating a huge milestone – 13 years of Altered Geek!...
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Deadpool and Wolverine Trailer Analysis, Cult Brands, and Toy
Mike and Steve dive into the Deadpool & Wolverine trailer, breaking down the callbacks, character reveals, and multiverse implications without spoiling the plot. They explore what defines a cult brand—from Disney and Apple to Bucky's and Power Rangers—and discuss their personal experiences with...
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Batman: The Animated Series — A Legacy Remembered
Steve and Mike celebrate the lives and careers of 23 voice actors, actresses, and crew members from Batman: The Animated Series who have passed away, including Kevin Conroy, Arleen Sorkin, Richard Moll, and composer Shirley Walker. They discuss the actors' broader filmographies and the lasting...
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Gamers Demanding Playable Demos and the State of Gaming in
Steve Megatron and TFG1Mike welcome Captain Ruggles to discuss why playable demos matter for game purchases, the problems with modern game industry practices like unfinished releases and aggressive monetization, and how demos used to drive sales and community feedback. The conversation spans...
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Hollywood's Creative Crisis and the Collapse of Modern Storytelling
Steve Megatron, TFG1Mike, and Kai dive into why audiences are abandoning new Hollywood content in favor of rewatching older shows and films. They discuss lazy writing, shoehorned messaging, bloated budgets, and the loss of subtlety in modern entertainment—contrasting recent failures like The...
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Streaming Services Exhaustion and the Value of Physical Media
Steve, TFG1Mike, and Kai discuss the frustration of paying for multiple expensive streaming subscriptions that keep raising prices while canceling shows too quickly to build an audience. They explore why returning to physical media feels like a better option, the problem with streaming-exclusive...
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Super Bowl 58 Commercials and Trailers
Steve Megatron and TFG1Mike dive into the Super Bowl 58 commercials and trailers that caught their attention. They discuss highlights including the Dunkin' Donuts spot with Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, the Doritos grandmother action sequence, the State Farm commercial with Arnold Schwarzenegger…
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2023 Geek Culture Retrospective and Power Rangers Discussion
Steve Megatron and TFG1Mike kick off 2024 by reflecting on their podcasting journey—153 episodes released across the GCRN in 2023—and diving into memories of beloved stores that are no longer around. From Blockbuster and Toys R Us to Circuit City, Sam Goody, Walden Books, Sears, and Kmart, they...
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Join Steve "Megatron" and TFG1Mike every other week as they'll debate the latest in TV, film, animation, gaming, and tech. It's like your favorite geek conversations brought to your ear holes as a podcast! "Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks"
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Join Steve "Megatron" and TFG1Mike every other week as they'll debate the latest in TV, film, animation, gaming, and tech. It's like your favorite geek conversations brought to your ear holes as a podcast! "Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks"
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