The Geek Watch Podcast
by Brian J Hatcher & Mandy Petry
The Geek Watch Podcast, hosted by Brian J. Hatcher and Mandy Petry, gives you the latest on scifi, fantasy, and horror on TV, in movies, and online, all from a fan's perspective.Your hosts:Brian J. Hatcher: @brianjhatcherMandy Petry: @meenjah
Episodes
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Episode 268: The Rise of DIY Geek Media
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss news that a court case aimed at blocking a Warner Brothers–Paramount merger has been dropped, raising monopoly concerns, potential job losses, and uncertainty for projects like James Gunn’s DC plans despite primary shooting on the new Superman film...
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Episode 267: Spider-Man: Brand New Day’s $2B Success Raises the Stakes
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss Spider-Man: Brand New Day surpassing $2 billion at the box office, nearing Avatar, breaking opening records, and boosting Tom Holland’s earnings, while arguing its success creates problems for others. They contrast it with Warner Bros.’ struggles after...
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In Memoriam: Dolly Parton, Peter Cullen, and Tim Curry
Brian and Mandy return for a bonus, unnumbered Geekwatch Podcast episode after a break due to life and family issues, setting aside recent events like Comic-Con, D23, and new trailers to focus on an in memoriam discussion. They reflect on Dolly Parton’s cultural impact and philanthropy, including...
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Episode 266: Can Anything Save Hollywood?
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss whether Hollywood is “on life support,” using the 2026 live-action Moana as an example of expensive, largely shot-for-shot remakes that may lose money after a roughly $100 million opening against a reported $250 million budget. They talk about audience...
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Episode 265: It's Not All Bad News
On today's podcast, Brian Hatcher and Mandy discuss the rapid digital release of "Supergirl" after a steep 75% second-weekend box office drop, and Brian revisits his mixed feelings about the film, blaming “movie by committee,” multiple cuts, removed material, slow pacing, uneven stakes, and...
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Episode 264: Anything Happen While We Were Gone?
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy return after a hiatus and discuss Anthony Head’s passing, Doctor Who’s current uncertainty, and finally critiques "Supergirl" and its poor box office and argues many negative reviews are fueled by online punditry and broader fandom grievances. 00:00 Back In...
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Episode 263: Can Hollywood Bring Back The Geeks?
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the controversy around Mia Ballard’s horror novel "Shy Girl," which was pulled from UK shelves and had its US release canceled after AI-detection software suggested it was partially AI-written. Ballard denies writing it with AI and blames an editor…
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Episode 262: In The Age of AI
On today's podacest, Brian and Mandy discuss new trailers and franchise news (including Spider-Man: Brand New Day with a Man-Spider storyline, Punisher ties, Wonder Man, Daredevil’s return, Jessica Jones coming back, a live-action Moana, another live-action Scooby-Doo reboot, and a new Lord of…
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Episode 261: No Need To Wait
On today's podacest, Brian and Mandy discuss Paramount outbidding Netflix to purchase Warner Brothers, with Netflix declining to match and set to receive a $7.5B breakup fee. They cover concerns that Paramount will absorb Warner Bros, fold HBO Max into Paramount+, and take on massive combined…
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Episode 260: New Media 1, Old Hollywood 0
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy delve briefly into the latest controversy surrounding Neil Gaiman and his hiatus. Then they discuss whether Hollywood is still necessary in the age of New Media. They highlight the success story of Mark Fischbach (Markiplier) and his independent film 'Iron…
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Episode 259: Off To Greener Pastures
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the nominations for the 2026 Academy Award, specifically "Sinners", which garnered a record sixteen nominations, and "Wicked: For Good", which was surprisingly snubbed and received not one nomination. Then, the conversation moves to upcoming movies and...
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Episode 258: 2025 Goes Out With The Crazy
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the potential sale of Warner Brothers to Netflix and the implications for movie theater releases. They explore the new seasons of popular shows like 'Legend of Vox Machina,' and 'The Mighty Nein,' as well as the upcoming 'Welcome to Derry' prequel…
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Episode 257: Brian Saw Wicked... For Good!
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the potential end of Funko Pops due to financial difficulties and the complexities of their business model. They also dive into a review of the first episode of 'The Mighty Nein' on Amazon Prime, highlighting its darker tone and differences from 'The...
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Episode 256: The End of Doctor Who?
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the impending departure of Doctor Who from Disney+ and speculate on its future broadcast options. They also chat about new trailers for the film adaptation of 'Wicked' and Guillermo del Toro's upcoming 'Frankenstein.' There's exciting sequel news for...
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Episode 255: Time For Some Real Fun
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the latest trailers from Comic-Con, including new Marvel shows like 'Wonder Man' and 'Vision Quest'. They explore the shift in audience interest from nostalgic Gen X and Millennials to Gen Z and Gen Alpha and the challenges it poses for the…
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Epiosode 254: Fifty Years of Rocky Horror
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the 50th anniversary of the Rocky Horror Picture Show and its impact on their lives. Brian shares his personal journey of growing up neurodivergent, struggling with acceptance, and finding his tribe through the Rocky Horror community. They also touch on...
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Episode 253: With As Little Politics As Possible
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy review a football-themed horror movie involving Marlon Wayans, dissect the marketing mishaps around its promotion as a Jordan Peele film, and explore its themes and execution. They also discuss the final trailer of 'Wicked: Part Two' and its anticipated…
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Episode 252: The Great Daggerheart Conspiracy of 2025
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy delve into the news about Daggerheart, the latest announcements for Campaign Four or Critical Role, and the strange controversies surrounding the announcement they would be using Dungeons & Dragons 2024. They discuss Brennan Lee Mulligan's ambitious plans for a...
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Episode 251: Critical Role, TV, But NO War of the Worlds
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the latest announcements regarding Season Four of Critical Role, including Matt Mercer's new role as a player with Brendan Lee Mulligan as the Dungeon Master. They also dive into recent developments such as the anticipated Peacemaker Season Two, and new...
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Episode 250: ComicCon, Daggerheart, and Superman/Fantasic Four Twofer!
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the highlights from San Diego ComicCon 2025 with notable absences and television-centric discussions. They delve into the standout cosplay, especially the impressive Galactus. They shift focus to the buzz around the new tabletop RPG, Daggerheart,...
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Episode 249: Ironheart, Daggerheart, and the Rise of MetaMedia
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the expanding phenomenon of tabletop role-playing games, their influence on geek culture, and particularly the explosive popularity of live-play broadcasts like Critical Role. They also delve into the challenges and changes faced by Wizards of the Coast...
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Episode 248: Finally, Thunderbolts*
Monty Python Anniversary & Thunderbolts Review On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the anniversarial screening of 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail,' and Brian's impressions of the new Marvel movie 'Thunderbolts*'. Brian shares his unique theater experiences and his views on different...
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Episode 247: Brian Saw Sinners
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss Ryan Coogler's newest vampire movie, the latest trailers for the 'Wednesday' series split into two parts, leaked info from Marvel's 'Thunderbolts' fan screenings, and the unexpected new episode of 'Doctor Who.' They dive into the movie's solid storyline...
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Episode 246: The Devil and The Doctor
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy dive into the key moments from this year's CinemaCon, discuss the ongoing debate between cinemas and studios about the future of movie releases, highlight the latest updates on popular franchises like Fantastic Four and Wicked, and share their thoughts on the...
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Episode 245: It's Doomsday!
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the highly anticipated new Avengers film, 'Avengers Doomsday,' revealing a star-studded cast list. They provide insights and speculation on the inclusion of surprise characters like Robert Downey Jr. as Dr. Doom and the absence of notable figures such…
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Episode 244: Nothing Is Forever
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the surprising issues with Warner Brothers' early 90s DVDs, offering tips on checking and replacing faulty discs. Brian expresses his affection for the lesser-known Penn and Teller film 'Penn & Teller Get Killed', while updating Mandy on the latest...
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Episode 243: Brian FINALLY Sees Captain America: Brave New World
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the recent Oscars ceremony, including notable missing names from the In Memoriam section and a few surprising winners. They also cover the premiere of 'Daredevil: Born Again', its development process, and early impressions. Brian shares his thoughts on...
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Episode 242: The Politics of Geek Watching
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the recent rumors about Doctor Who being dropped by Disney and the challenges faced by the entertainment industry. They address how false news can spread, hinder production, and influence perceptions. The conversation also covers Marvel shows being put…
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Episode 241: The End of the MCU?!
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 2025 and the latest trailers unveiled during the "Sportsball Season Finale", including 'Fantastic Four,' 'Jurassic Park,' and 'Thunderbolts.' They also cover controversial Super Bowl commercials and the…
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Episode 240: The Oscars, According to Kevin Pauley
On today's podcast, Brian and guest co-host, and Friend Of The Show, Kevin Pauley delve into the Oscars 2025, discussing the nominations, surprises, and snubs. They examine the shocking omission of Denis Villeneuve for 'Dune Part 2,' the surprise top nominations for 'Emilia Pérez,' and the...
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Episode 239: Oscar Season, 2025
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the wave of reaction videos on YouTube now that "Wicked" has come to streaming. Then they share their thoughts on various Oscar categories, predicting potential winners for this year. Additionally, they briefly preview upcoming releases like "Friendly...
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Episode 238: Back With A Blizzard Of News!
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy dive into a variety of topics after a weather-related hiatus. They pay tribute to the late David Lynch, discussing his influential career and personal impact. The controversial New York Magazine article on Neil Gaiman is addressed briefly. The conversation then...
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Episode 237: 2024 Wrap Up
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss Brian's experiences watching "Wicked" with some of his family, the impact of recent blockbusters like Moana 2, Sony's struggles with their Spider-Man-less universe, and upcoming releases such as Nosferatu and the new Superman movie. They also delve into...
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Episode 236: Brian Gets Wicked
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the riveting season finale of 'The Penguin' series, highlighting the complex character arcs and emotional depth. They also dive into an early review of the 'Wicked' movie adaptation, emphasizing its stunning performances, breathtaking cinematography…
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Episode 235: Marvel TrailerMania!
On today's episode, Brian and Mandy discuss D23's arrival in Brazil, a recent controversial snafu involving Mattel's Wicked Barbie dolls and an unfortunate QR code, and dive into new trailers for Marvel's Thunderbolts and Captain America: Brave New World. They also preview the upcoming final…
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Episode 234: Back For The Finale
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy consider the slow news day and decide to delve into more entertaining topics such as the latest Disney+ releases and their thoughts on the finale of 'Agatha All Along.' They also highlight upcoming Marvel shows including 'Deadpool and Wolverine,' 'Marvel...
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Episode 233: Closed On Account Of Ghosts
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the latest happenings at New York Comic Con, with exciting updates on Tom Holland's "Spider-Man 4" and an untitled Christopher Nolan film. They explore the uncertain future of Marvel's "Blade" movie and the new "Daredevil" TV series release dates. The…
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Episode 232: Letting The Side Characters Shine!
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy address recent technical issues with their podcast distribution on Apple Podcasts and SoundCloud, before diving into the excitement surrounding the Venom movie and Mandy's upcoming hiatus. They focus on the latest developments in 'The Penguin' series,...
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Episode 231: Is Hollywood Having A Social Problem?
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss whether Hollywood has lost its touch with creating engaging entertainment and reflect on how social dynamics, especially post-COVID, have affected how we consume media. They express concerns about diminishing social activities, like going to the movies,...
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Episode 230: Why Not Stay Home?
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the reasons to stay home rather than visit theaters, as well as mourning the loss of Dame Maggie Smith and John Amos. They share insights on the current issues facing big budget genre films like "Megalopolis" and "Joker 2" with their poor reception,...
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Epidode 229: You'll Believe A Witch Can Fly
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy start off with Brian's moving experience watching the Christopher Reeves documentary. They explore how the documentary evoked memories of Moonage Daydream and how both documentaries touched on the performers' lives and deaths. The duo then puzzle over the…
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Episode 228: The Return Of Beetlejuice And Agatha Harkness
On today's episode, Brian and Mandy discuss the recent passing of legendary actor James Earl Jones and reflect on his iconic roles. They delve into the personal significance of the film Beetlejuice for Brian and his excitement over its sequel. Additionally, they analyze the first two episodes of...
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Episode 227: AI vs The Power of Storytelling
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the potential downfall of NaNoWriMo due to AI. They also delve into the controversy surrounding D&D Beyond and Hasbro's monetization strategies. The episode covers the new Minecraft movie trailer and Hollywood's focus on remakes and reissues, with a nod...
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Episode 226: The Crow 2024 And Other Hollywood Missteps
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the recent release of 'The Crow' (2024) and its reception, outlining an exploration of separating art from the artist and reviewing a work based solely on its merits. They dive into the film's shortcomings, such as its slow pacing and lack of a…
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Episode 225:Seriously, Disney?!
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy explore a bizarre legal case involving Disney and delve into the complexities of consuming media from controversial creators. They discuss Disney's deadly mishandling of an allergy issue leading to a lawsuit with a bizarre defense, the sudden cancellation of…
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Episode 224: The Wave That Was This Year's D23
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the recent developments and revelations from the Disney D23 Expo. They talk about the new trailers released, including Snow White, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, and the new Captain America movie featuring Red Hulk. They also cover the latest news and...
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Episode 223: The RDJ/Doctor Doom Deep Dive
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the potential impact of 'Deadpool and Wolverine' on the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They delve into whether this movie will turn things around for Marvel, especially in the wake of Comic-Con and various industry lulls. The conversation covers the...
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Episode 222: The Future Of The MCU Starts Now!
In today's episode, Brian and Mandy discuss their impressions of the new Deadpool-Wolverine movie and its record-breaking success while deliberately avoiding spoilers (for now). They delve into the perception of movies by today's audiences and the impact of online reviews on the film industry.…
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Episode 221: The Beginning Of A New Era?
In today's episode, Brian and Mandy dive into the upcoming Joker sequel and its unexpected musical twist. They discuss their anticipation for San Diego Comic Con, specifically the "Deadpool and Wolverine" panel, while also addressing the ongoing issues surrounding Doctor Who's partnership with...
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Episode 220: Holding Out Hope Among Some Uncomfortable Truths
In today's episode, Brian and Mandy discuss the newly released trailer for 'Agatha All Along.' They also pay tribute to several recently deceased actors, including Shirley Duvall and the canine actor known for playing Dog on 'The Walking Dead.' The discussion shifts to upcoming Marvel projects…
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The Geek Watch Podcast, hosted by Brian J. Hatcher and Mandy Petry, gives you the latest on scifi, fantasy, and horror on TV, in movies, and online, all from a fan's perspective.Your hosts:Brian J. Hatcher: @brianjhatcherMandy Petry: @meenjah
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