The Week in Geek Radio Show
by The Week in Geek Radio Show
The Week in Geek is a radio talk show broadcasting in the Metro New Orleans area from News Talk 99.5 WRNO FM on Sundays at 7pm CST. Thanks to the power of the internet our show has been heard around the world via the Spreaker radio app. We cover all topics related to geekdom such as comic books, video games, movies, books, conventions, cosplay, and many more! We have been fortunate enough to bring our listeners interviews from actors in film, TV, and voice overs also authors, comic book artists, geek musicians, and fan groups. The hosts of The Week in Geek are David Ducorbier and Brian Held, Jr. both members of the Gulf Coast Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fandom Community for many years. Our video game pick of the week correspondent is Skungy Scontrino, our Facebook Admin is author Ernest Russell, and our Chief Librarian for book reviews is D L Held.
Episodes
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The Week in Geek - The Voice of Phineas from "Phineas & Ferb" Vincent Martella / Author Caytlyn Brooke / 06-08-25
This week we are joined by Vincent Martella, the Voice of Phineas from "Phineas & Ferb". We talk about the new season streaming now on Disney + and what games he's playing on his Twitch Channel, as well as his upcoming visit to NOLA for Galaxy Con Jully 11th-13th. Author Caytlyn Brooke joins the...
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The Week in Geek - James Murray "Murr" from Impractical Jokers - 3rd Annual Family Feud - 06-01-2025
James Murray "Murr" from "Impractical Jokers" stops by to talk about the new season of Jokers, his comedy tour, and his new movie based on his book. Later we discuss his upcoming visit to New Orleans for Galaxy-Con July 11th thru the 13th. In Top Nerd News we talk about the King of the Hill…
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The Week in Geek - Anime Conclave Showrunner Lucy Ferry - TWIG 05-25-25
Thiw week our guest is Lucy Ferry Showrunner of Anime Conclave. The event will be June 7th & 8th at the Marriot in the Warehouse District. We talk about all the events scheduled, guests, and what a Maid Cafe actually is. Later we try and pronounce the names of Anime Characters. Spoiler…
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The Week in Geek - Actor Stephen Fry & Author Robert Edsel TWIG 05-18-25
This week we have two amazing guests. Award Winning Actor, Author and Comedian Stephen Fry. We discuss his Books on Mythology as we look forward to the new "Odysseus" Movie. Author of the novel "Monuments Men" which was turned into a major motion picture stops by to discuss his new book "Remember...
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The Week in Geek - The Old Guard 2 / Andor Recap / Good Morning Coruscant 5/12/25
Happy Mothers Day! In Top Nerd News we talk about The Old Guard on Netflix with Charlize Theron, the new Peacemaker series drops a trailer, and D2 thinks Henry Cavill might do well in the new Voltron movie...because it won't require him to do much acting. Later we visit a Galaxy Far Far Away, and...
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2025-04-27 Captain America's Carl Lumbly
Carl Lumbly who plays Isiah Bradley aks "The Forgotten Captain America" joins the show to talk about Captain America which is streaming now. We discuss his role and his scne where he screams to the police to not mess up his suit, as well as the posibilty of a MANTIS TV Show revivial. In Top Nerd...
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The Week in Geek - St Tammany Collectors Con Showrunner Ben Robert / Wednesday Returns / Predator Badlands & More 4/27/25
This week we are joined in the studio by STCC Showrunner Ben Robert to talk about the upcoming con. Shout outs to We Dig and Artemis the Impala! We kick off the show with Top Nerd News. Starting with the latest trailer for Wednesday on Netflix and Predator Badlands. Later we recap the latest...
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The Week in Geek - Star Wars Celebration News - Fantastic 4 - Switch 2 Pre-Order Delayed 4/20/25
This week we recap the latest Star Wars Celebration News! In Top Nerd News we talk Fantastic 4 and D2 makes a wild prediction on the movies ending. Skungy and DJ complain about Switch 2 Pre-Orders getting delayed and the price jump with no real big technology jump. All that and more on The Week…
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The Week in Geek - Cinemacon Recap, Naked Gun Trailer and Atomfall Review TWIG 04-06-25
This week we are guest free and have a lot of Top Nerd News to cover. First off we review the new "Naked Gun" trailer and the new "Tron" trailer that actually looks tight. This week in Skungy's pick of the week we review "Atomfall" a very British Fallout. Finally we roll out a new segment, "Run...
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The Week in Geek - Garrett Manuel Cyphacon Showrunner & Kostya Kennedy Author of "The Ride" TWIG 03-30-25
This week we have 2 guests! First is Kostya Kennedy Author of "The Ride". Kostya talks about The Ride of Paul Revere and has some new information about the famous ride! Later we are joined by Garrett Manuel Cyphacon Showrunner to talk about this years event. Finally in Top Nerd News, Skungy and…
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The Week in Geek Presents - Actor David Dastmalchin of Late Night with the Devil, Dune, The Suicide Sqaud and more!
Actor David Dastmalchin of Late Night with the Devil, Dune, The Suicide Sqaud and more, joins the show! We discuss his latest film "Late Night with the Devil" and his tour of Film Festivlas promoting the movie. Later both D Squared's talk about his early influences, and love of New Orleans....
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The Week in Geek Presents - Actor Clancy Brown aka Mr Krabs & Actor Luke Cook from the CW's Good Cop Bad Cop
Actor Clancy Brown aka Mr Krabs & Actor Luke Cook from the CW's Good Cop Bad Cop join the show to talk about their new series. D2 asks Clancy if his new character on Good Cop Bad Cop is another famous character he's played in other movies. We're also given a suprise visit from Mr Krabs himself.…
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The Week in Geek Presents - Actor Danny Trejo
ICYMI - Danny Trejo stops by to talk about his new movie, Gracie and Pedro - Pets to the Rescue. Also we talk about his new flcik "7 Cemeteries" and Danny Trejo day in Los Angeles! Later Danny and D2 talk about how he got his start in the movie business while visiting a friend on set. All that…
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The Week In Geek - Medium & Clairvoyant Paola Pedroza Gabe Lenners Host of OBSCURUM 02-23-25
This week our first Guest is Medium & Clairvoyant Paola Pedroza of the iHeart Radio podcast "Ghost Therapy". She explains how she became a "certified" Clairvoyant, as well as how she overcomes the language barrier with spirits. She also explains the signifigance of asking for a loved one's 'death...
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The Week in Geek - Neil Gaiman's Sandman Cancelled - Locked & Alien : Earth Trailers 02-02-25
In Top Nerd News we cover the fallout from the sexual misconduct allegations around Sandman creator Neil Gaiman. Netflix has announced that Season 2 of Sandman will be the final season, due to a lack of story content. Stop lying Netflix. D2 and the gang have a legitimate discussion about the...
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The Week in Geek - Introducing our New Segment Whatcha Doing? Skeleton Crew Finale Review - Mickey 17 - The Odyssey 01-26-25
The Week in Geek presents a brand new segment "Whatcha Doing?" The guys talk about what they read, watched, or played during the week. This week D2 played a free game, and watched a bad Star Trek movie, Skungy watched Nosferatu and had a strong opinion of Lily Rose Depp's acting chops, and DJ...
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The Week in Geek - What to Watch During Sneauxwmageddon in NOLA 01-19-25
This week on The Week in Geek we prepare for the Polar Vortex and the impending Sneauxmageddon in New Orleans. We kick off the show with Top Nerd News, and the Tik Tok ban hysteria, followed by the legit hysteria of the bad ass new trailer for Daredevil: Born Again coming March 4th. We also cover...
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The Week in Geek - Peter Pan Horror Flick - In the Lost Lands - George Romero Docmentary 01-12-25
This week on The Week in Geek we are running on empty after a long weekend at Fan Expo NOLA. A special thank you to friends of the show and newlywed couple Jared & Cynthia. Skungy and D Squared officiated the wedding of Princess Peach & Bowser at Fan Expo as Mario & Luigi. Thanks also to Fan Expo...
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The Week in Geek Presents - Back to the Future Star Claudia Wells
Claudia Wells aka Jennifer Parker from Back to the Future joins the show to talk about Fan Expo NOLA coming to the Morial Convention Center Jan 10th, 11th, & 12th. D-Squared and Claudia talk about her journey to land the role of Jennifer opposite Michael J Fox. We also talk about her reunion with...
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The Week in Geek Presents - Actor Shea Whigham
The Week in Geek Presents - Actor Shea Whigham Shea is an actor that everyone will know, but have no idea who he is. A prolific actor from major franchises like The Fast & Furious, Mission Impossible, Kong Skull Island and Boardwalk Empire. Shea is a humble and amazing actor who casually mentions...
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The Week in Geek Presents the 2024 Gifts for Geeks Spectacular
It's our Annual Gifts for Geeks Spectacular for 2024! Don't know what to get for the Geek in your Life? D-Squared and Skungy have got you covered. Sit back, grab a drink and a pen and paper, and enjoy! All that and more on The Week in Geek with D Squared. Sunday nights at 7pm on WRNO.com and the...
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The Week in Geek - Ted Lasso Producer & WandaVision Writer Chuck Hayward 11/17/24
This week our Guest is Ted Lasso Executive Producer & WandaVision Writer Chuck Hayward. Chuck joins us to talk about his new movie "Don't Tell Mom the Babysitters Dead", which is actually a cool remake of the 80's Cult Classic. We also discuss what Gen Y kids are looking for in new movies. Which...
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The Week In Geek : Actor LeVar Burton and Collector/Author Ryan Cohn & Regina Rossi 10-13-24
This week our Special Guest is non other than Star Trek TNG star, and now Game Show Host LeVar Burton. LeVar talks about his new gig Hosting Trivial Pursuit on Thursdays at 8pm CT on The CW. Later D aska LeVar if he's heard of the word Ambigram, as well as his friendship with Mr. Rogers. Later we...
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The Week in Geek Presents - Comedian Lauren Lapkus
The Week in Geek Presents : Comedian Lauren Lapkus SAG Award winner for "Orange is the New Black" Lauren Lapkus joins the show to talk about her new podcast "Haunting" Lauren plays a dead Influencer named Tereza who is trying to get into Heaven. Each week she presents Actual Haunting stories from...
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The Week in Geek : WWE & UFC Champ Ronda Rousey & Anime Conclave Organizer Lucy Ferry 8/25/24
WWE & UFC Champ Ronda Rousey joins the show to talk about her new Graphic Novel "Expecting the Unexpected" She talks about bringing the action to life with artist Mike Deodato, and making the fights look real.Later we talk about her thoughts on Gina Carano, Live in the studio is Anime Conclave…
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The Week in Geek : Kraven, The Crow, and Borderlands All Have What in Common? 8/18/24
What do Kraven, The Crow, and Borderlands all have in common? Well, it should be fairly easy to guess. But D-Squared and the guys discuss the massive amount of Gore and Carnage they've added to Kraven and The Crow trailers in a hope to....uhm. We're not sure what they hope to gain by adding more...
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The Week in Geek PRESENTS Cuba Gooding Jr
The Week in Geek PRESENTS Cuba Gooding Jr. Cuba joins the show to discuss his latest movie ANGELS FALLEN: WARRIORS OF PEACE Cuba and D-Squared also discuss his Faith, and his time spent here in New Orleans filming his movie "Bayou Caviar" Finally we close out with "Boyz N the Hood" All that and...
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The Week in Geek Recaps Disney's D23 Conference 08-11-24
The Week in Geek Recaps All the Big News from Disney's D23 Conference. Pixar teases us with Incredibles 3 and Toy Story 5. Then Skungy gets really upset about the new Snow White trailer and it's lack of actual dwarves. Then we get into the Star Wars reveals, with the Mandalorian & Grogu trailer,...
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The Week in Geek PRESENTS Weird Al Yankovic
The Week in Geek PRESENTS Weird Al Yankovic Al is out promoting his newest song POLKA MANIA!!! D-Squared and Al discuss who is on the new track, and who he wanted but didn't get. Also we talk about the Bathroom where he recorded "My Bologna" as well as Mosh Pitting to "Alternative Polka"!!! All...
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The Week in Geek : Go4Games Owner Mac Nirandorn : Disney Buys 1.5 Billion Stake in Fortnite : 02/11/24
Mac Nirandorn, Gaming Mogul, Owner of Go4Games and all around great guy invites D-Squared into the Go4 Dungeons to talk about his new Initiative...Locals Supporting Locals. Mac and D2 discuss this weeks spotlighted business "Dat Dog" on Frenchman in the French Quarter. The guys also talk about…
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The Week in Geek : Comedian & "Scream" Star Jamie Kennedy : Possible Star Wars "What If" Series : New Indiana Jones Game : TWIG 01/21/24
Comedian & "Scream" Star Jamie Kennedy joins the show to talk about his new flcik "Don't Suck". D-Squared and Jamie talk about this "sneaky good" movie that is now available to stream or download for a steal of a deal at $3.99 Then D2 pitches Jamie an idea for a Sequel to "Kickin' it Old School"....
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The Week in Geek : Marvel's Crossbones & The Purge Franchise Actor Frank Grillo & Director Remy Grillo
Frank Grill from "The Purge" Franchise, Marvel's Crossbones Actor, and Veteran Action Star joins the show to talk about his latest project "THE RESURRECTION OF CHARLES MANSON" with his son Remy Grillo. This is Remy's Directorial debut and first of possibly many collaborations with his father. We...
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The Week In Geek : Mythbuster, Model & Actress Rachel Pizzolato : Director & Producer Adam Newman : TWIG 01/14/24
Rachel Pizzolato is back in studio to talk about her latest project...the movie "ROUND THE DECAY" and we are also joined by the Director of that film Adam Newman from Dreamscape Productions. We discuss his earlier work EVERWINTER NIGHT as well as his New Hampshire roots, and his film making...
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The Week in Geek VS HIT ROW of the WWE
Who's Hotta than Top Dolla!!!! The WWE's Hit Row is Live in Studio to talk about Smackdown Tonight in the SKC. Top Dolla, B-Fab and Ashante "THEE" Adonis
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The Week in Geek : Martha Howard of Azalea City Con : The Little Mermaid Tail Slaps The Flash & Indiana Jones : Street Fighter 6
Skungy is Back?!?! In Top Nerd News, we talk about The Little Mermaid tail slapping The Flash and Indiana Jones in the Box Office. Kevin Smith agrees with D-Squared about the price of movie going. DJ shares his thoughts on the Downfall of Disney movies with their live action adaptations, and the...
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The Week in Geek : Super Villain, Actor & Game Show Host Tom Cavanagh : Actor & Director Nick Cassavetes TWIG 6/25/23
Super Villain, Actor and now Game Show Host Tom Cavanagh..The Reverse Flash from the CW Series stops by to discuss his new gig as a Game Show Host on The Game Sow Network's new show "Hey Yahoo!" We talk about the 10 thousand dollar grand prize on the show, and some new game show twists. Later D2...
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The Week In Geek : Summer Movies & Audiences : Hollywood Props For Sale & The Future of E3 : 06/04/23
Summer Blockbusters are in Theaters, and so are Audiences! This weekend Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse premired and pulled in huge numbers. Add to that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 The Little Mermaid, Fast & Furious X, and it adds up to huge lines to the bathroom. In Top Nerd News we talk...
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Superman Legacy Casting Rumors : WGA YouTube Channel : The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom : TWIG 5/21/23
In Top Nerd News we cover James Gunn's reaction to possible "Superman Legacy" casting rumors being leaked. Then we fan cast the movie with basically the entire cast of "Cobra Kai". Harrison Ford gets a standong ovation at the Cannes Film Festival after his premiere of "Indiana Jones & The Dial of...
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Supernatural & Gotham Knight's Misha Collins & Co-Publisher of DC Comics Dan Didio : TWIG 4/16/23
The One and Only Castiel aka Misha Collins is our guest. He's out promoting his new series on the CW "Gotham Knights"which airs every Tuesday night. He plays Harvey Dent and gets to play out Harvey's descent into madness. We swap funny stories about Tommy Lee Jones turn as Two-Face, and discuss...
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Mad Men & Chernobyl Actor Jared Harris : Writers Guild on Strike : The Week in Geek 5/7/23
SAG Award Winning Actor Jared Harris from Mad Men, Chernobyl & Resident Evil joins the show to talk about his new Documentary "The Ghost of Richard Harris" which comes out May 9th on Brit Box. Dave and Jared discuss how Richard Harris was such an amazing self promoter that was ahead of his time....
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Bruce Campbell Returns! LIVE from CyphaCon : Jon Russo Zero-G-Love : Damian Broussard 501st : Chip Lechner Dagobah Base
This week we were Live in Lake Charles at CyphaCon! Our Thanks to all the Staff, Volunteers, and of course Garrett Manuel for an amazing event and weekend! While at CyphaCon we got a chance to sit down with our extended Con Family and talk about the things that make going to conventions a Blast,...
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ICE Mutha F***in T : Ice-T the Actor, Music Icon & Father of Gangsta Rap : Blerdfest Creator TRUE : TWIG 3/26/23
The one and only ICE Mutha F***in T chops it up with D-Squared this week about his new Podcast on iHeart Radio "The Daily Game with Ice T". They talk about the Jewels he's dropping each day, and how they reflect on who he is and where he comes from. We evan talk about him playing a Kangaroo in…
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LA Ghostbusters Deuce Gaspard & Lindsey Luquette : Night of the Comet : Everyone Hates Velma : TWIG 1/22/23
Who ya gonna call? The LA Ghostbusters! Deuce Gaspard & Lindsey Luquette of the local Ghostbusters fan group are live in studio to talk about what it takes to be a Ghostbuster. They also talk about their next event marching in the Chewbacchus Parade, and many others, as well as their incredible...
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D&D Open Gaming License Breakdown and Customer Fallout : Mel Brooks HotW Part II : Midnight Suns : TWIG 1/15/23
Dungeons & Dragons has had the Open Gaming License as an Industry Standard for 2 decades. In a "shocking twist" a Corporation has decided that they no longer want to share their creation and let others profit from their work. Needless to say, many fans are upset and have cancelled their D&D…
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Scientist, Actress, International Model Rachel Pizzolato : FAN EXPO New Orleans 2023 Recap : The Week in Geek 1/8/23
Scientist, Actress, International Model, Gymnast, Patent-Pending Inventor Rachel Pizzolato is Back in Studio again! We talk about an amazingly successful FAN EXPO in New Orleans this weekend. Rachel talks about her time on stage moderating panels with Anson Mount, Ethan Peck, and Dean Devlin. We...
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Henry Winkler Returns to New Orleans and The Week in Geek 1/6/22
It's been two years since Henry Winkler was on the show, and TWIG won it's first LAB Award for Best Interview with him. Two years later Henry Winkler returns to talk about our award and his visit to NOLA for Fan Expo 2023!!!
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"Spawn" Actor & Martial Artist Michael Jai White : Gifts for Geeks Special : TWIG 12/18/22
"Spawn" Actor & Martial Artist Michael Jai White : Gifts for Geeks Special The Week in Geek with D Squared. Sunday nights at 7pm on WRNO.com and the Free iHeart Radio App. If you want to be on the show or just leave a comment, go to Newstalk 99.5 WRNO or The Week in Geek on the iHeart Radio App…
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The Game Awards 2022 - TWIG 12/15/22
The Week in Geek with D Squared. Sunday nights at 7pm on WRNO.com and the Free iHeart Radio App. If you want to be on the show or just leave a comment, go to Newstalk 99.5 WRNO or The Week in Geek on the iHeart Radio App and Click the Red Microphone Button to leave a 30 second message! Make sure...
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The Week in Geek Presents : Trailer-Palooza - TWIG 12/4/22
The Week in Geek with D Squared. Sunday nights at 7pm on WRNO.com and the Free iHeart Radio App. If you want to be on the show or just leave a comment, go to Newstalk 99.5 WRNO or The Week in Geek on the iHeart Radio App and Click the Red Microphone Button to leave a 30 second message! Make sure...
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NYTBS Author & Podcast Host Dana Schwartz : Christmas Horror & Action Films : Velma Shaggy & Fred : TWIG 11/13/22
NYT Best Selling Author, Journalist and Podcast Host Dana Schwartz joins the show to talk about her latest 8 part Podcast series from iHeart Media called "Stealing Superman". It's all about the theft of Action Comics #1 from Nick Cage (yes THAT Nick Cage) We also discuss her work on "Noble Blood"...
About this show
The Week in Geek is a radio talk show broadcasting in the Metro New Orleans area from News Talk 99.5 WRNO FM on Sundays at 7pm CST. Thanks to the power of the internet our show has been heard around the world via the Spreaker radio app.
We cover all topics related to geekdom such as comic books, video games, movies, books, conventions, cosplay, and many more! We have been fortunate enough to bring our listeners interviews from actors in film, TV, and voice overs also authors, comic book artists, geek musicians, and fan groups.
The hosts of The Week in Geek are David Ducorbier and Brian Held, Jr. both members of the Gulf Coast Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fandom Community for many years. Our video game pick of the week correspondent is Skungy Scontrino, our Facebook Admin is author Ernest Russell, and our Chief Librarian for book reviews is D L Held.
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