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 Geek Freaks is for all geek culture fans. Listen to the latest in Video Games, Movies, Comics, and TV on our show. Join our host, Frank , and a rotating panel of super fans for in-depth discussions and exclusive interviews. Stay updated on the latest in geek culture with our podcast. New episodes every week. Search for Geek Freaks on Apple, Spotify, or any other podcast app to subscribe and never miss an episode.Copyright 2022 All rights reserved. Politik & Regierungen Science Fiction
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  • Avatar: Fire and Ashes Discussion, Steve Rogers Returns for Avengers, and Odyssey looks EPIC!

    Avatar: Fire and Ashes Discussion, Steve Rogers Returns for Avengers, and Odyssey looks EPIC!
    Dec 24 2025

    It's a year end, clocked out episode with Burke joining the show for holiday traditions, Christmas movie rotations, and why Christmas Vacation hits different the older you get. Then it's straight into the biggest geek headlines: the Avengers: Doomsday chatter around Steve Rogers, Christopher Nolan taking on The Odyssey (and why it feels built for IMAX), and the latest Superman casting talk with Lars Ettinger reportedly stepping in as Brainiac.

    The back half is a full, spoiler heavy review of Avatar: Fire and Ashes, covering the new faction dynamics, how the family story lands this time, Varang's presence as a villain, Quaritch's shifting loyalties, and what the ending sets up for what's next.

    Timestamps and Topics

    • 00:00:00 Intro and holiday vibe check with Burke

    • 00:00:51 Christmas decorating habits, movie rotation, and Vacation franchise talk

    • 00:03:49 Avengers: Doomsday discussion and the Steve Rogers reaction

    • 00:08:59 Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey trailer breakdown and IMAX hype

    • 00:14:04 Superman talk, Lars Ettinger as Brainiac, and story hopes

    • 00:17:34 Avatar: Fire and Ashes review begins (full spoilers)

    • 00:27:35 Varang breakdown, motivations, and the darker mirror of "I see you"

    • 00:33:27 Kiri's bigger role, the spiritual threads, and what it could mean next

    • 00:41:44 Nitpicks, repetition talk, and the voice casting complaint

    • 00:46:09 Scores, theater recommendation, and looking ahead

    Key Takeaways

    • The episode starts relaxed and holiday coded, then shifts into big franchise conversation fast.

    • The Avengers: Doomsday segment focuses on bringing Steve Rogers back without flattening Sam Wilson's space in the story.

    • The Odyssey trailer has the crew excited for Nolan going mythic on a massive, grounded scale made for premium screens.

    • Brainiac feels like a smart follow up villain for Superman, especially if the story ties power to personal stakes and Krypton lore.

    • Avatar: Fire and Ashes hits harder emotionally this time, with Spider's place in the family and Neytiri's growth standing out.

    • The main knocks are a few familiar Avatar beats repeating, even if the spectacle still wins.

    Memorable Quotes

    • "This is very much Christmas Vacation. We are clocked out."

    • "At the end of the day, I'm just happy to have Steve Rogers back."

    • "How do they keep making perfect movies?"

    • "You're basically following a dead man's memories."

    • "I see you in that mirror."

    • "I felt like the Colonel when I was just sitting there staring at her."

    Call to Action

    If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe, leave a quick review, and share it with a friend using #GeekFreaksPodcast.

    Links and Resources

    Geek Freaks Podcast's website is the source for all news discussed on the show.

    Follow Us

    Instagram: @geekfreakspodcast
    Twitter: @geekfreakspod
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    Facebook: @thegeekfreakspodcast
    Patreon: GeekFreakspodcast

    Listener Questions

    Send your questions, hot takes, or topic requests via DM on Instagram, Twitter, or Threads, and we'll hit the best ones in a future episode.

    Apple Podcast tags: Geek Culture, Pop Culture, Movie News, Trailers, Marvel, Avengers, Avengers: Doomsday, Captain America, Steve Rogers, Sam Wilson, Secret Wars, Christopher Nolan, The Odyssey, IMAX, DCU, Superman, Brainiac, Krypton, Avatar, Avatar: Fire and Ashes, James Cameron, Film Review, Sci Fi, Fantasy
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    52 Min.
  • Stranger Things Farewell and Our Biggest Hype Picks for 2026

    Stranger Things Farewell and Our Biggest Hype Picks for 2026
    Jan 6 2026
    Episode Summary

    Frank and Jonathan are officially back for 2026 after a hectic but fun holiday break, including the Geek Freaks Network Christmas party and a little self-awareness about how often podcasters say "you know." From there, they hand out their personal "best of 2025" picks across movies, TV, superhero projects, and games, plus run through the community poll winners.

    Then it's full speed into 2026 hype: a family-friendly movie calendar, the big "adult list" blockbusters (including the absolute chaos of Avengers: Doomsday and Dune 3 landing the same day), and the TV slate they're most excited to keep on the radar. They close with a spoiler-heavy talk on the Stranger Things finale and what the show stuck the landing on, especially character growth, the goodbye energy, and how cinematic the final battles felt.

    Timestamps and Topics
    • 00:00 Welcome back, holiday break recap, and the Geek Freaks Network Christmas party
    • 01:45 "Best of 2025" picks: movies, TV, and what surprised them
    • 04:26 Superhero movie and superhero show poll results (plus some spicy takes)
    • 10:16 Game of the year voting and falling back on comfort games
    • 11:38 Best villain debate and why Pennywise took over the conversation
    • 14:50 2026 family movie calendar (kid-friendly theater picks)
    • 20:22 2026 blockbuster calendar: 28 Years Later, Project Hail Mary, Ready or Not 2, and more
    • 26:43 The "event day" problem: Avengers: Doomsday and Dune 3 on the same date
    • 28:22 2026 TV hype: The Boys, Game of Thrones spin-offs, Star Trek, One Piece, Lanterns, and more
    • 38:46 Stranger Things finale review: the goodbye, the battle, and what hit hardest
    • 47:15 Dungeons and Dragons sidebar and why they need binders like Stranger Things
    • 50:01 "Most cinematic finale" talk and the Abyss/Dimension X discussion
    Key Takeaways

    • Sinners was Frank's clear movie of 2025, with major praise for the craft and the left-turn genre surprise.

    • Superman won the community superhero movie vote, but Thunderbolts got real respect for performances and exceeding expectations.

    • Andor is still the "tell your friends they're missing out" show, even if Stranger Things owned the bigger pop culture moment.

    • The superhero show vote was tight, and the conversation around Daredevil: Born Again came with real critiques about structure and payoff.

    • 2026 is stacked across both "take your kid to the movies" picks and big-ticket IMAX events.

    • Stranger Things earned its goodbye, especially by bringing the focus back to friendship, growing up, and the reality that life moves on.

    Memorable Quotes

    • "You realize how much you say 'you know' when you're podcasting."

    • "It felt like a finale divided in two."

    • "This is about friends and not just this big brand fight."

    • "Don't let Disney brush it off. Watch it and enjoy this fresh idea from Marvel."

    • "As much as they're saying bye to each other, they're saying bye to us as well."

    Poll and Discussion Highlights Mentioned

    • Best superhero movie vote: Superman took the top spot (with Thunderbolts close behind in their personal debate).

    • Best superhero show vote: Daredevil: Born Again edged out Peacemaker in a near tie.

    • Game of the year vote: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 came out on top.

    • Best villain talk: Pennywise (Welcome to Derry) dominated the conversation, with shout-outs to other standouts.

    Call to Action

    If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the show and leave a quick review. It genuinely helps more people find us. Share the episode with #GeekFreaksPodcast and tag us so we can shout you out.

    Links and Resources

    GeekFreaksPodcast.com (source of all news discussed on the podcast)

    Follow Us

    Twitter: @geekfreakspod
    Instagram: @geekfreakspodcast
    Threads: @geekfreakspodcast
    Facebook: Geek Freaks Podcast
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    Listener Questions

    Got a take on the Stranger Things finale, or a most-hyped 2026 movie pick you're already planning your opening weekend around? Send it in, and we'll read and react on a future episode.

    Apple Podcast Tags: Geek culture, Pop culture news, Stranger Things, Stranger Things finale, Movies 2026, TV 2026, Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Andor, Superman, Thunderbolts, Avengers Doomsday, Dune 3, Gaming news, One Piece, Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, The Boys
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  • Stranger Things Season 5 Special | Part 1

    Stranger Things Season 5 Special | Part 1
    Dec 2 2025
    In this Stranger Things Season 5 Part 1 special, Squeaks and Frank break down the first four episodes of the final season and talk about why the show somehow leveled up from what already felt like peak television. They revisit the fallout from Season 4, the new status quo in Hawkins under military lockdown, and how the kids have become a true high level party on the offensive instead of just surviving. The conversation hits character arcs for Will, Dustin, Eleven, Mike, Lucas, Max, Joyce, and Hopper, plus the return of Kali and what that might mean for the story. Frank and Squeaks trade theories on Vecna's real plan, Will's new powers, who might die before the end, and whether the Stranger Things theatrical finale is worth seeing in a packed theater. It is a spoiler packed, reference filled hangout for fans who just finished Part 1 and are already starving for more. Timestamps and Topics 00:00 – Intro & First Reactions Squeaks kicks off the Stranger Things special, Frank joins, and you both give your one word (or two word) reactions to Season 5 Part 1. 02:00 – Recap & Season 5 Setup Quick recap of Season 4's ending, Vecna's attack on Hawkins, the crater, the "crawl," and the military lockdown over the Upside Down rift. 05:40 – Will, Dustin & Character Arcs Deep dive into Dustin's grief and "Eddie mode," Will stepping up with new powers, and how some characters have evolved or stalled. 11:40 – Pacing, Max's Mindscape & Tone Talking through the pacing of Part 1, Max's inner "bubble" world, how the show balances horror, heart, and 80s vibes. 16:30 – Death Predictions & Who Might Go Theories on who could die in Part 2 and the finale, emotional stakes, and which characters feel expendable. 24:20 – Vecna's Entrance & Part 1 Finale Breakdown of Vecna's Vader-style entrance, revived Demogorgons, Will's power moment, and why the finale feels "next level." 32:40 – Hopper, Eleven & The Powered Kids Hopper and Eleven's relationship, trust and training, Kali's return, and ideas about Vecna building his own "lab" of powered children. 37:10 – Darker Themes & Fan Theories Discussion about trauma, possible subtext with Vecna/Henry, Stephen King influences, and how far the show might push it. 40:40 – Returning Faces & Endgame Ideas Speculation on seeing Barb, Eddie, Billy or others again, plus big theories about Will, Vecna, and the future of the Upside Down. 42:50 – Theater Finale, Ratings & Wrap-Up Chat about seeing the finale in theaters, New Year's Eve timing, your Eggo ratings for Season 5 Part 1, and closing thank-yous. Key Takeaways Stranger Things Season 5 Part 1 somehow raises the bar on a show that already felt like peak TV, especially with the Part 1 finale. Hawkins has adjusted to life around the Upside Down crater, with the military putting a "bandage" on the wound and building a base to go on offense instead of just reacting. The kids function like a well oiled high level DnD party now, splitting up by quadrants, hunting Vecna, and understanding each other's strengths. Dustin's harsher attitude is framed as grief and guilt over Eddie's death, with Dustin trying to embody Eddie's rebellious spirit and sometimes missing the point. Will finally steps out of pure victim mode into a true powered role, with his connection to the hive mind unlocking abilities that visually mirror Vecna. There is a strong theory that Vecna is basically recreating the lab in his own way, turning traumatized children into his own numbered "program" of powered kids. Hopper and Eleven's relationship is one of the emotional anchors of the season, moving from overprotection to mutual trust as Hopper finally accepts that Eleven must fight. The show keeps a balance between heavy horror and comedy, with 80s style jokes, sexual innuendo, and teen banter that make the world feel lived in even as the apocalypse looms. Fans should brace for major losses in Part 2 and the finale, with Joyce, Mike, and Will all brought up as possible tragic sacrifices in different theories. The final two episodes are cinematic enough that a theatrical run makes sense, especially with big visual moments like Will's full power activation and Vecna's Vader style entrance. Memorable Quotes "The show was already at a caliber that I was thinking was like peak television, and somehow it elevated it." "The kids are a well oiled machine at this point. They are searching in different quadrants and have different plans on how to find Vecna and confirm that he is dead." "I think Will was a victim in the beginning, and now we see him as a badass. What victimized him is now his greatest asset." "Instead of a training montage where he slowly moves a cup, it is victim, victim, victim, not a victim. That flip makes the moment hit harder." "By the end of this first batch it felt like the end of Predator or Terminator. It is that big 80s action climax energy." "If Joyce dies, we get a montage of her saving Will and being the only ...
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    48 Min.
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