GGR Pirate Radio
by GGR: The Great Geek Refuge
GGR Pirate Radio is a grab bag of geeky/nerdy content from the podcasters at the Great Geek Refuge! What used to be the flagship podcast is now a haven for special episodes, content from our other shows PLUS all of the old episodes of GGR Pirate Radio. Enjoy! And don’t be a juicebag!
Episodes
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What We're Watching
Mike is joined by fellow GGR podcaster and executive producer of Fantastic Forum Ulysses E Campbell to discuss TV and movies they've seen or are watching. Shows like "X-Men '97," "Ted Lasso," and movies such as "The Odyssey," and "Toy Story 5." Mostly spoiler-free! If you haven't seen season 1 of...
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GGR Pirate Radio - Best of 2023
It went so well on “At The Diner” that Mike decided to invite some of the other podcasters from the GGR Pirate Radio Network! Mike is joined by Mariah Beachboard and BJ Robinson of “FedCon: Federation Conversations” and Ulysses E. Campbell of “The Fantastic Forum Podcast” as they share their...
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The Sandman
This celebration of The Sandman as comics and show includes an in-depth interview of Kyo Ra who played Rose Walker.
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Mike and Rambo At The Diner
A special podcast episode featuring Mike Lunsford and James Rambo having a conversation that starts at censorship, decency, realism in dialog in movies and then pivots to fast food restaurants they both want to try!
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Stranger Things Season 4 Pt 2 Discussion
And now, part 2 of our Stranger Things Season 4 discussion! Mike and Mariah are joined by "At The Diner" co-host and GGR editor James Rambo this time around. The trio discuss their feelings on the season but also delve into their own biggest fears and so much more! Give it a listen!
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Stranger Things Season 4 Discussion
Can you believe that in the 7 years of podcasting, GGR has never discussed Stranger Things? Well, GGR editors Mike Lunsford and Mariah Beachboard rectify that! They go into great detail about their thoughts on the first part of Season 4
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GGR Trek Talk - Episode 2!
Trek Talk Episode 2 Host Mariah happily chats with BJ and Mike about Star Trek: Discovery Season 4 - specifically Disco’s excellent inclusion of LGBTQIA+, Star Trek Horror, how not to be an asshole, and how to evangelize non-trekkies! (Spoilers abound.)
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It's Very Cold (Open) In Space - A GGR Trek Talk Cold Open
Trek Talk Episode 2 Cold Open Mariah, BJ, and Mike share opinion about the last season of Picard since Mariah FINALLY watched the last episode. Kudos to friends who don’t spoil Star Trek! (Btw, this podcast contains spoilers.)
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GGR Trek Talk
A special GGR Pirate Radio presentation: GGR Trek Talk! Host Mariah Beachboard and panelists Mike Lunsford and William “BJ” Robinson discuss their love of Star Trek. In particular, the trio go in depth about the importance of representation, positive female role models and the inclusion of people...
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Announcement!
Things…they are a changin’. Follow the GGR Pirate Radio podcast at it’s new home: “At The Diner.” Links below for At The Diner. Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-the-diner/id1540520471 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qzMnbEg6BZdlOugLAWWf2?si=pv2sq4A2TL2oa9A1tlY7yA
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Random Question Generator & What We're Watching
New podcast is same as the old one, except this one has a sweet new logo! Mike, MC, and Rambo use the Random Question Generator and then discuss “What We’re Watching/Playing”
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At The Diner - 90s Nostalgia Flavored "Would You Rather..."
Mike, MC and Rambo go 90s nostalgia and play a game of “Would You Rather..”
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"In The End..."
Mike, MC, and Rambo delve into the changes at GGR Pirate Radio and why
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At The Diner - Into the Spider-Verse
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo discuss the various Spider-Folk that exist in the Spider-Verse and delve into their favorites.
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Star Trek 101
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo have another installment of Geek 101, an introductory level conversation about iconic characters and franchises. This time they delve into one of the most iconic television and movie franchises of all time: Star Trek.
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At The Diner - Cobra Kai and Karate Kid Discussion
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss Netflix's new hit, Cobra Kai and delve into its source material, the Karate Kid film franchise.
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At The Diner - The Boys Season 2 Discussion
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss their thoughts on season 2 of "The Boys" on Amazon Prime. Be warned, there are spoilers in this episode!
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Cold Open - October 24, 2020
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss social media apps, being old, YouTube, its subscription service, algorithms, doing their first video podcast, and previewing what they'll be discussing in the other episodes for the week.
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At The Diner - Unpopular Takes: Music
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo talk about their unpopular opinions in regards to music.
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Cold Open - Oct 8th 2020: Tribute to Eddie Van Halen
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo kick the week’s podcasts off with a cold opening. They discuss Jon Hamm’s abilities, some Fantastic Four fan-casting, our new subscribers on Patreon and teasing the episodes for this week. They also pay tribute to Eddie Van Halen after his recent passing.
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At The Diner - "Tuna & Chocolate Chip on White"
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo have a fun, unplanned conversation. It's a grab-bag of topics so prepare yourself as the crew talks food they can't stand, professions that they prefer has a cocky, self-sure representative, and so much more. Do you want access to this episode early, too? Make sure you...
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Superman 101
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo premiere a new segment: Geek 101, an introductory level conversation about iconic characters and franchises. They start with one of the most iconic superheroes of all time, the Man of Steel himself, Superman.
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Cold Opening - October 1st 2020
This cold open features Mike telling the crew about his upcoming “Christmas Carol” radio drama, discusses his Karate Kid binge and he, MC, Steve and Rambo discuss the movies and the Cobra Kai series. They also talk about the joy they get from sharing things with their friends.
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Trailer - At The Diner on the GGR Pirate Radio Network
Wanna know what "At The Diner" on GGR Pirate Radio is all about? Give this trailer a listen!
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At The Diner - Mike's Pandemic Disney World Trip
Mike recounts to Steve, MC, and Rambo the details of his Disney World trip and how this one was different because of the pandemic.
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At The Diner - "The Bronze Medal"
A conversation starter courtesy of Steve, the crew discuss what the 3rd place thing is when the top 2 are clear. For example, when it comes to space-based Science Fiction franchises, Star Wars and Star Trek are 1 and 2...but what's 3? Mike, Steve, MC, and Rambo discuss.
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The Geek Sheets (At The Diner) - Catching Up: Mandalorian S2, WandaVision & Flashpoint
The GGR Pirate Radio crew returns from their break with an episode of the Geek Sheets. MC runs this week's Geek Sheets as he, Mike, Rambo, and Steve discuss The Mandalorian S2, the trailer for WandaVision, and new possibilities for the Flashpoint movie.
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Bonus Episode! What We're Watching September 2020
This was a Patreon early-access episode for our patrons. You can join, too! 5 bucks a month gets you early access to episodes just like this one! Join today! Mike, Rambo and MC discuss what they’re watching right now when it comes to movies and TV. Shows include: Assassination Classroom, Doctor...
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At The Diner - Development Hell
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo delve into movies, video games, and albums that were stuck in varying levels of "development Hell."
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At The Diner - DC Fandome: Can James Gunn Make Us Care?
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo discuss the DC Fandome reveals of the James Gunn directed “Suicide Squad 2.” Only Rambo had seen the first one all the way through, can Gunn’s unique take and skillful direction turn this franchise around?
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A Tribute To Chadwick Boseman
Mike, MC and Rambo pay tribute to Chadwick Boseman after his untimely passing.
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At The Diner - DC Fandome: Wonder Woman 1984 Convo
Part 2 of our DC Fandome conversation. Mike, MC, Rambo and guest Raven Smith discuss the Wonder Woman 1984 trailer, some of the details about the villains, and where they think the story may go. They also discuss the tendency for people to not understand Batman or how the character works.
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At The Diner - DC Fandome But Mostly...We Are The Bat
Mike, MC and Rambo are joined by special guest Raven Smith to talk about the reveals from DC Fandome…but they mostly gush over how good the Matt Reeves helmed “The Batman” trailer looked.
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At The Diner - WAP: Wild Awesome Playlists
Mike, Steve, and MC discover when they did their Fantasy Band Draft and hear Rambo's picks. Plus, they set up the framework for 2 awesome playlists. Check our Facebook page for the Spotify playlists and feel free to add songs!
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At The Diner - Playlists & Teenage Crushes
Mike, Steve, MC & Rambo preview their playlist creation in the next episode but also talk teenage celebrity crushes, the awesome albums of 1997, and Rambo tells a funny cooking mishap story.
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At The Diner - A Lackluster HJ: A Star Wars Story
Part 2 of our Star Wars Sequel Trilogy conversation. Mike, Steve and Rambo go more in-depth with changes they would have made to the sequel trilogy to make it more enjoyable/watchable and discuss some of the more ridiculous things said by fans who were disappointed with the films.
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At The Diner - "Serious Space Sh-t" A Star Wars Story
A Long Time Ago, In A Galaxy Far Far Away…Mike, Steve and Rambo discuss the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy in detail. What did they like, what did they dislike, what complaints did fans have that were valid, and what was ridiculous? They cover it all in this discussion. Make sure you tune in to part 2…
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At The Diner - More Quarantine Food Wins & Social Media Concerns
Mike, Steve & MC talk more about their quarantine food adventures, exercising, mental health & how they've been dealing with social media.
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At The Diner - Cold Open August 6th, 2020
Mike, MC and Steve talk about Steve's wife's cookie business, Mike's new art project and staying motivated during quarantine.
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Bonus Episode! Justice, Thy Name is Joe Kelly
Mike, MC, Russ and Rambo discuss Joe Kelly's justice against the Astros
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At The Diner - The Best Fictional Food
Mike, MC, Rambo and Russ continue their food conversation and discuss their favorite fictional foods they would love to eat.
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At The Diner - Quarantine Food Wins
Mike, MC, Rambo and Russ discuss their quarantine cooking wins and other food delights they've come across while avoiding Covid-19.
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The Juicebag Test
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss behaviors that make you look like a juicebag.
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Abhorrent But Not Surprising Part 2 and F**k Nick Cannon
Mike and Rambo get to hear MC’s thoughts on the Washington Post’s article about the toxic culture of the Washington football franchise. They also delve into Nick Cannon’s anti-Jewish remarks and his lack of accountability.
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What We're Watching: Quarantine Edition
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo discuss what they are watching, reading or playing currently as the quarantine stretches on.
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"Party in the Front, Terrible in the Back"
Mike, Steve and MC play "Would You Rather..." and delve into Star Wars fans who hate Star Wars, football jerseys, and more.
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Random Question Generator: "The Most Treasured..."
Mike, MC and Rambo dust off the random question generator and answer some personal questions about themselves.
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DCEU? More Like DC "PU" Amirite?
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo talk about the potential of Michael Keaton returning as Batman and having a role in DCEU and the revelation of problems during Joss Whedon's reshoots for Justice League.
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Tribute to Batman...and a Therapy Session
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss the 31st anniversary of Tim Burton’s Batman. The trio also discuss the toxicity of fandom and how it has become the easiest way for people to get a reaction on social media and delve into the reactions to Kobe Bryant’s death. Trigger warning: this episode does contain...
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Geek Sheets - Diamond Distributors, Arrowverse Issues and Toxic Personas
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss the recent DC Comics/Diamond Distributors split, the issues with the CW Arrowverse including Hartley Sawyers’ disgusting Twitter activity. They also discuss the problem with male actors, comedians and other media personalities being purposefully rude, crass, and edgy to...
About this show
GGR Pirate Radio is a grab bag of geeky/nerdy content from the podcasters at the Great Geek Refuge! What used to be the flagship podcast is now a haven for special episodes, content from our other shows PLUS all of the old episodes of GGR Pirate Radio. Enjoy! And don’t be a juicebag!
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