The Pop Culture Podcast by Phantastic Geek

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The Pop Culture Podcast by Phantastic Geek

The Pop Culture Podcast by Phantastic Geek brings you a catch-all of all Phantastic Geek podcasts... plus extras along the way! For the second half of 2023, we're focusing on Star Trek shows like Strange New Worlds, and Lower Decks; Marvel shows like Loki and Echo, and Star Wars shows like Ahsoka and Skeleton Crew--but we always have our back catalogue of the Star Trek: Discovery, Loki, WandaVision, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Agents of SHIELD, Jessica Jones, Cloak and Dagger, God Friended Me, Daredevil, Star Trek Essentials, Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, Iron Fist, the Defenders, Runaways, Slingshot, Marvel movies, Inhumans, Star Wars: Rebels, Agent Carter, and so much more!

  1. 150

    Daredevil: Born Again -- 208 "The Southern Cross"

    It’s chaos in the courthouse when Matt makes a choice to corner Fisk. Matt and Pete get to the crux of episode 208, “The Southern Cross.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  2. 149

    Daredevil: Born Again -- 207 "The Hateful Darkness"

    As Karen awaits her fate, Daniel faces a decision. Matt and Pete feel their way through episode 207, “The Hateful Darkness.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  3. 148

    Daredevil: Born Again -- 206 "Requiem"

    In the face of tremendous loss, Fisk looks inward as his grip on city slips. Matt and Pete remember episode 206, “Requiem.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  4. 147

    Daredevil: Born Again -- 205 "The Grand Design"

    As the city is scoured, several characters flashback to inform their current situations. Matt and Pete try to figure out episode 205, “The Grand Design.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  5. 146

    Daredevil: Born Again -- 204 "Gloves Off"

    It’s fight night, but not before Bullseye’s brunch! Matt and Pete take on episode 204, “Gloves Off.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  6. 145

    Daredevil: Born Again -- 202 "Shoot the Moon" and 203 "The Scales & the Sword"

    Matt and Karen continue to try to thwart Fisk’s task force as allies emerge, but will they be enough? Matt and Pete discuss episode 202, “Shoot the Moon” and episode 203, “The Scales & the Sword.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  7. 144

    Daredevil: Born Again -- 201 "The Northern Star"

    Fisk has fixed it, or has he? Matt Murdock and Karen Page punch back from the shadows. Matt and Pete gaze at episode 201, “The Northern Star.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  8. 143

    Star Trek: Starfleet Academy -- Looking Back at Season One

    Time to take one more look back at the first season of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy... and lets set our counters for season two!Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  9. 142

    Daredevil: Born Again -- Previewing Season 2

    Ole Hornhead is coming back... and who else will we see in season two? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt have answers and theories!Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  10. 141

    Star Trek: Starfleet Academy -- 110 "Rubincon"

    With the USS Athena on the outside of Federation space looking in, the cadets must make the most of their training to save the day. Matt and Pete cross episode 10, “Rubincon.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  11. 140

    Star Trek: Starfleet Academy -- 109 "300th Night"

    As the academic year comes to a close, action doesn’t take a vacation when Nus Braka’s dastardly plan is revealed. Matt and Pete take stock of episode 9, “300th Night.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  12. 139

    Star Trek: Starfleet Academy -- 108 "The Life of the Stars"

    With the cadets still struggling, the Academy turns to Tilly. The Doctor must face his demons to assist SAM. Matt and Pete ponder episode 8, “The Life of the Stars.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  13. 138

    Star Trek: Starfleet Academy -- 107 "Ko'Zeine"

    It’s SPRANG BREAK at the Academy! Caleb and Kraag become unwitting accomplices to cadets with other plans. Matt and Pete cozy up to episode 7, “Ko’Zeine.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  14. 137

    Star Trek: Starfleet Academy -- 106 "Come, Let's Away"

    A joint training exercise between the academy and war college turns into a life-or-death situation that forces Starfleet to consult a criminal. Matt and Pete go along with episode 6, “Come, Let’s Away.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  15. 136

    Star Trek: Starfleet Academy -- 105 "Series Acclimation Mil"

    SAM sets out to solve an all-time mystery in order to help her photonic Makers learn about organics. Matt and Pete negotiate episode 5, “Series Acclimation Mil.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  16. 135

    Wonder Man: Episodes 5 through 8

    Will the Wonder Man film (within a film) get made? Will Trevor pay the price? And how will it all end? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt fly up and to the end of the series!Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  17. 134

    Star Trek: Starfleet Academy -- 104 "Vox In Excelso"

    The Doctor fields the Academy debate team as the future of the Klingons hangs in the balance. Matt and Pete argue over episode 4, “Vox in Excelso.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  18. 133

    Wonder Man: Episodes 1 through 4

    Who is Wonder Man? And why is Wonder Man? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt dive into the first half of this decidedly different Marvel Studios offering.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek. You can also find us on Threads @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  19. 132

    Star Trek: Starfleet Academy -- 103 "Vitus Reflux

     A prank war exacerbates the rivalry between the Academy and the War College. Matt and Pete cultivate episode 3, “Vitus Reflux.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  20. 131

    Star Trek: Starfleet Academy -- 101 "Kids These Days" and 102 "Beta Test"

    Former Starfleet Capt. Nahla Ake gets an opportunity to atone for the biggest mistake of her career to reopen Starfleet’s school. Betazed considers rejoining the Federation. Matt and Pete discuss episode 1, “Kids These Days” and 2, “Beta Test.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  21. 130

    Star Trek: Starfleet Academy -- Final Season 1 Preview

    We're inside one week until Star Trek: Starfleet Academy lands on Paramount+! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt prepare for the series launch. Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  22. 129

    Stranger Things: The Finale

    It's all come down to this in Hawkins. Who lives? Who dies? How does it all end? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt break down the end of an era with the finale of Stranger Things.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  23. 128

    Stranger Things 5: Volume 2

    As the clock counts down in Hawkins--and the Upside Down--and the Abyss--PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt navigate the twists and turns of Stranger Things 5: Volume 2.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  24. 127

    Batman Returns

    Batman returns in Batman Returns, and it's Christmastime in Gotham as the Penguin and Catwoman make their debuts. PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt unwrap this counter-Christmas present.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  25. 126

    Previewing Star Trek: Starfleet Academy

    In one month, Star Trek returns with a brand new series on Paramount+. PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt start the countdown for Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  26. 125

    Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

    Not all who wander are lost, but some stories are... even as PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt dive into the depths of Aquaman's second solo cinematic adventure. Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  27. 124

    Stranger Things 5: Volume 1

    It's 1987 and all is not right in Hawkins. Who can save the day? It's probably Eleven and friends, but PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt are here to break it all down.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  28. 123

    Shazam! Fury of the Gods

    We say the magic word this week and return to the effervescent goodness of Shazam... but are those dark storm clouds ahead? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt head to Philadelphia....Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  29. 122

    Black Adam

    Once upon a time, there was a movie that would reset the DCEU and chart a course to new stories, new conflicts, and new leadership. The movie was Black Adam... and it didn't do those things. Still, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt say the magic words!Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  30. 121

    Star Trek: Khan

    In our podcast about a narrative podcast, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt review the data tapes on the nine episode journey that was Star Trek: Khan.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  31. 120

    Batman and Robin

    Just when you thought it was safe to watch a Batman movie... PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt go back in time to 1997's notorious Batman and Robin....Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  32. 119

    Superman IV: The Quest for Peace

    As the Christopher Reeve era comes to an end, does Superman IV: The Quest for Peace end with a bang or a whimper? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt jump into the sun to debate.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  33. 118

    Superman III

    Our DC Film Fest once again turns back the clock, and we kick off a Harvest of Horrors by swooping down to 1983's Superman III. Is a battle in a junkyard a highlight, or a metaphor? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt fly up, up, and away.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  34. 117

    New York Comic Con 2025

    Phantastic Geek visits New York Comic Con to talk Game of Thrones to Hasbro to Star Trek to Alien and more!Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  35. 116

    A Very PEACEMAKER Conversation -- Part Three: Everything Ends, Adrian

    It's the end of the road, sort of, for Peacemaker and friends... but is it the end of the road, sort of, for "Peacemaker?" PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt try every door.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  36. 115

    A Very PEACEMAKER Conversation -- Part Two: This Is the Bad Place

    Sometimes the answers are right in front of your face... though PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt not only look into Peacemaker 207... they wonder how things will end up in the finale.Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  37. 114

    A Very PEACEMAKER Conversation -- Part One: The Story So Far

    With twists, with turns, the Peacemaker series has kept us delighted... but what's happening after episode 206? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt open the door....Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  38. 113

    Marvel Zombies

    This week, Marvel Animation asks "What if" in the Marvel Zombies quartet of episodes on Disney+. PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt survey the apocalyptic Earth. Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek. You can also find us on Threads @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  39. 112

    Star Trek: Strange New Worlds -- Looking Back at Season 3

    With season 3 in the rear view mirror and 2 (or 1.5) seasons left, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt look back at the season of adventures on the Starship Enterprise. Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  40. 111

    Star Trek: Strange New Worlds -- 310 "New Life and New Civilizations"

    Capt. Pike leads his crew against a world-ending threat with weighty personal consequences. Matt and Pete seek out episode 310, “New Life and New Civilizations.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  41. 110

    Star Trek: Strange New Worlds -- 309 "Terrarium"

    Erica Ortegas, she flies the ship. Except when it crashes and she must find a way to overcome a desolate moon. Matt and Pete gaze into episode 309, “Terrarium.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  42. 109

    Star Trek: Strange New Worlds -- 308 "Four-and-a-Half Vulcans"

    An undercover mission requires the crew to take a serum to disguise themselves and hilarity ensues when they refuse to change back. Matt and Pete discern episode 308, “Four-and-a-Half Vulcans.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  43. 108

    Star Trek: Strange New Worlds -- 307 "What Is Starfleet?"

    A filmmaker with connections to the crew captures the day-to-day of the starship Enterprise. Matt and Pete document episode 307, “What is Starfleet?”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  44. 107

    Star Trek: Strange New Worlds -- 306 "The Selat Who Ate Its Tail"

    When the USS Farragut experiences a calamity, First Officer James T. Kirk is forced to act like a captain. Matt and Pete corral episode 306, “The Selat Who Ate Its Tail.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  45. 106

    Star Trek: Strange New Worlds -- 305 "Through the Lense of Time"

    The Enterprise assists Dr. Korby in an archeological excavation that may have best been left buried. Matt and Pete glimpse episode 305 “Through the Lense of Time.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  46. 105

    Star Trek: Strange New Worlds -- 304 "A Space Adventure Hour"

    The crew of “The Last Frontier” went further to new space destinations before somebody starting bumping them off. Only La’An can figure out whodunnit. Matt and Pete clock episode 304 “A Space Adventure Hour.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  47. 104

    Fantastic Four: First Steps

    The Fantastic Four are back... for the first time! But who else will arrive? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt surf into the story!Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek. You can also find us on Threads @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  48. 103

    Star Trek: Strange New Worlds -- 303 "Shuttle to Kenfori"

    Pike and M’Benga make a desperate trip to a forbidden former Federation outpost to find a flower for a patient. Matt and Pete board 303 “Shuttle to Kenfori.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  49. 102

    Star Trek: Strange New Worlds -- 301 "Hegemony, Part II" and 302 "Wedding Bell Blues"

    The Enterprise races against time to fend off the Gorn threat. When a strange visitor boards, Spock’s going to Chapel because they’re going to get married. Matt and Pete podcast episode 301, “Hegemony, Part II” and 302 “Wedding Bell Blues.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

  50. 101

    Superman (2025)

    A new hope for a classic character. James Gunn stewards a Big Blue debut. Matt and Pete take flight with “Superman.”Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek.Share your feedback by emailing [email protected], commenting at PhantasticGeek.com, or tweeting @PhantasticGeek.MP3

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Pop Culture Podcast by Phantastic Geek brings you a catch-all of all Phantastic Geek podcasts... plus extras along the way! For the second half of 2023, we're focusing on Star Trek shows like Strange New Worlds, and Lower Decks; Marvel shows like Loki and Echo, and Star Wars shows like Ahsoka and Skeleton Crew--but we always have our back catalogue of the Star Trek: Discovery, Loki, WandaVision, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Agents of SHIELD, Jessica Jones, Cloak and Dagger, God Friended Me, Daredevil, Star Trek Essentials, Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, Iron Fist, the Defenders, Runaways, Slingshot, Marvel movies, Inhumans, Star Wars: Rebels, Agent Carter, and so much more!

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