Hosted by: Dave Elliott

Co-host: Gray Panton

In this packed episode of Geektown Radio, we dissect the carnage of US TV Bloodbath Week, chat about the best (and worst) of recent TV, discuss the surprise BAFTA wins and snubs, and Dave shares his hands-on experience with Apple’s ultra-premium Vision Pro headset.

00:00 – Intro

Welcome to Episode 460! Gray is back and we kick off with birthday catch-ups and life updates.

03:10 – What We've Been Watching: TV Reviews & Reactions

• Poker Face Season 2 (Sky/Now)
• YOU Season 5 (Netflix)
• I, Jack Wright (Now/Alibi)
• The Studio (Apple TV+)
• Black Mirror Season 7 (Netflix)
• Doctor Who (BBC/Disney+)
• Race Across the World (BBC)
• The Genius Game (ITV)
• MobLand (Sky)
• Grace & Beyond Paradise (ITV/BBC)
• Hacks, Tracker, Bosch, 9-1-1, Dr. Odyssey

30:45 – BAFTA TV Awards 2024 Recap

• Jessica Gunning’s sixth win for Baby Reindeer
• Blue Lights, Mr Loverman, Would I Lie to You?
• Danny Dyer wins for Mr Bigstuff?!
• Joe Lycett’s surprise victory over Ant & Dec
• The Traitors snub shock

39:00 – Hands-On with Apple Vision Pro

Dave visits the Apple Store and tries the £3.5k headset – here’s what works, what doesn’t, and whether it’s worth it.

50:30 – US TV BLOODBATH WEEK: Cancellations, Renewals & Pickups (Network by Network)

• 🔪 NBC axes Found, Suits: LA, The Irrational, Night Court, Lopez vs. Lopez
• ✅ Dick Wolf shows (Chicago & Law & Order) safe
• 📉 CBS cuts FBI: Most Wanted, FBI: International, The Equalizer
• 🆕 Pickups: Tom Ellis’ CIA, Boston Blue, Einstein, 9-1-1: Nashville, Memory of a Killer, and more
• 🎬 Fox renews Doc, Grimsburg, Going Dutch, cancels Rescue: HI-Surf
• 🤔 ABC is the most stable – Grey’s Anatomy, Will Trent, The Rookie renewed; The Connors ends

1:23:30 – TV Highlights for the Week Ahead

• Love, Death & Robots S4 (Netflix) – May 15
• Murderbot (Apple TV+) – May 16
• Welcome to Wrexham S4 (Disney+) – May 16
• Code of Silence (ITV) – May 18
• The Bombing of Pan Am 103 (BBC One) – May 18

1:28:20 – Outro & Where to Find Us

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To celebrate Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel joining ITVX in the UK, this week’s Geektown Behind The Scenes podcast features a very special guest — Spike himself, James Marsters!

In this candid and wide-ranging interview, James reflects on the enduring legacy of Buffy, the emotional toll of playing Spike, and the joy of returning to the role for Audible’s Slayers. He also talks about the infamous musical episode, teases involvement in the Buffy reboot, and shares the story of how he almost joined Star Trek — until a case of fanboy nerves got in the way.

Whether you're a longtime Buffy fan or just discovering it for the first time on ITVX, this is a must-listen.

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction

00:30 – Why Buffy Still Resonates Today

02:00 – The Personal Toll of Writing Buffy

03:15 – The Early Days: Getting Cast as Spike

04:30 – From Temporary Villain to Series Icon

06:00 – The Emotional Arc of Spike

08:00 – The Accent Struggles

09:00 – When Acting Gets Too Real

10:00 – Favourite Episode: “The Body”

11:00 – The Musical Episode: Once More, with Feeling

13:00 – Returning for Slayers: A Buffyverse Story

14:30 – Cast Highlights in Slayers

15:30 – The New Buffy Reboot

16:30 – The Message of Buffy Today

17:30 – Dream Role: Star Trek

19:00 – Wrapping Up

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In this episode of Geektown Radio, host Dave and co-host Domingos discuss several recent releases, including 'Thunderbolts', where a group of mercenaries faces a conspiracy surrounding a superhuman program, and 'Another Simple Favor', a sequel to the 2018 film featuring Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively. They also review 'MobLand', a gritty British crime series starring Tom Hardy and Pierce Brosnan, and 'Havoc', an action-packed movie with Tom Hardy and Forest Whitaker. Additionally, Domingos covers 'Ash', a sci-fi horror film directed by Flying Lotus. Dave shares his recent viewing of the fifth season of 'Bosch' and provides an update on the final season of 'The Handmaid's Tale'. They also discuss the latest Star Wars animated series, 'Tales of the Underworld'. The episode concludes with discussions on recent TV renewals, cancellations, and upcoming releases.

00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome

00:15 Thunderbolts Movie Review

04:36 A Simple Favour Sequel Discussion

07:44 MobLand Series Overview

13:41 Havoc Movie Breakdown

16:45 Sinners Movie Praise

18:51 Ash Sci-Fi Horror Review

22:00 Bosch Binge-Watching Experience

22:48 Handmaid's Tale Final Season

24:54 Discussing 'Mob Land' and 'The Handmaid's Tale'

26:05 Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld

28:55 Doctor Who: Current Seasons and Rumours

40:40 TV and Film News: Renewals, Cancellations, and Pickups

51:58 Upcoming Shows and Highlights

54:42 Closing Remarks and Where to Find Us

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Host Dave is joined by Darryl for a packed episode covering the latest TV, movies, and entertainment news!

In this episode:

• 🕵️‍♂️ Glass Dome (Netflix) – Dark Swedish mystery
• ❄️ North of North (Netflix) – Life, love, and blizzards in the Arctic
• 🎮 Until Dawn – Big-screen horror with PS4 Easter eggs
• 🎥 Cinemas Sinners – Epic sound design and action
• ✈️ Fight or Flight (Sky) – Plane-set madness starring Josh Hartnett
• 🛸 Doctor Who – Midnight sequel & big hints dropped
• 🦅 Andor Season 2 – Thrilling rebel drama continues
• 🎭 Étoile (Prime Video) – Ballet meets comedy
• 🛡️ Captain America: Brave New World – Marvel's return to form
• 🎤 Plus: Special mention of the Daredevil: Born Again production design interview!

TV & Film News:

• 📺 CBS cancellations & new pickups (CIA starring Tom Ellis!)
• 🎬 Netflix renews Sweet Magnolias
• 💔 Heartstopper ending with a movie
• 🍏 New Apple TV series Prodigies announced
• 🎭 Falling coming to Channel 4

Coming up this week:

• Taskmaster Series 19
• Chicago Med, Fire & PD returns
• Handmaid’s Tale Final Season
• Star Wars: Tales of the Empire (Disney+)

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In this episode, Dave engages in an enlightening conversation with Michael Shaw, the production designer responsible for designing the sets of the new 'Daredevil: Born Again' series. Michael shares their unconventional journey into the industry, starting as a painter and sculptor before transitioning to production design. They discuss the unique challenges and creative decisions behind designing the sets for Daredevil, emphasising the aim to blend homage to the past with new, grounded elements. The series was specifically shot in New York to capture its authentic energy, posing logistical challenges but enhancing the production value. The guest also delves into the intricate details of designing sets that reflect character narratives, including Matt Murdoch's visually immersive apartment and Wilson Fisk's uncomfortable new environments. They wrap up by sharing insights on other projects like 'Billions' and 'Orange Is the New Black,' their newfound appreciation for the superhero genre, and their current work on the upcoming second season of Daredevil.

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:20 Journey into Production Design

01:57 Working on Daredevil

05:39 Creating Authentic Sets

07:31 Challenges and Inspirations

13:14 Insights on Fight Sequences

20:20 Other Notable Projects

23:59 Current and Future Work

24:22 Personal TV Preferences

27:07 Dream Projects and Conclusion

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In Episode 457 of Geektown Radio, host Dave and co-host Gray discuss their recent TV show binge-watching during the Easter break, including 'Grace,' 'Hacks,' 'The Last of Us,' and 'Doctor Who.' They delve into issues with streaming on Paramount Plus, Gray's struggles with 'Mob Land,' and a variety of shows like 'Black Mirror,' 'White Lotus,' and 'Mid-Century Modern.' The episode also covers news on TV renewals, cancellations, and new releases such as 'The Sandman,' 'Outlander Blood of My Blood,' and upcoming Chicago series. Additionally, they highlight major announcements from the Star Wars Celebration in Japan, including new films, series, and video games. The episode concludes with what to look forward to in TV next week.

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

00:15 Gray's Recent Watches

08:52 Dave's Viewing Experiences

09:13 Black Mirror Deep Dive

12:13 Light & Magic Documentary

15:52 9-1-1 Shocking Twist

20:45 Mid-Century Modern and Other Shows

24:17 TV and Film News: Renewals, Cancellations, and Pickups

27:13 The Sandman Season 2 and Other TV Updates

28:44 Outlander Prequel and Chicago Series Air Dates

33:30 Star Wars Celebration Announcements

44:40 Upcoming TV Highlights

47:50 Where to Find Us Online

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In episode 456 of Geektown Radio, host Dave and co-host Matt discuss Bella Ramsey's performance in BBC's 'Time,' a prison drama focusing on themes of motherhood and parenting. They also delve into the penultimate episode of 'Daredevil: Born Again,' highlighting Vincent D'Onofrio's performance as Kingpin. The episode also covers 'Doctor Who's' second season with Ncuti Gatwa, the nuanced character dynamics, and the return of 'The Last of Us' for its second season. Additionally, they discuss renewals and cancellations, including 'Mythic Quest' and 'The Last of Us' season three. The show rounds off with upcoming highlights such as 'The Stolen Girl,' 'Leverage Redemption' season three, and 'Who Do You Think You Are?' season 22.

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

00:21 Review of 'Time' with Bella Ramsey and Jodie Whittaker

05:11 Daredevil: Born Again - A Deep Dive

10:42 Doctor Who's New Season and Companion

14:07 The Last of Us Season 2 Premiere

19:26 Black Mirror's Return to Form

23:08 Hacks Season 4 and Bosch

25:39 TV and Film News: Renewals, Cancellations, and Pickups

34:10 Future of 'The Last of Us' Series

34:58 Mayfair Witches and Other Renewals

35:26 UK Version of Saturday Night Live

37:15 Welcome to Wrexham Season 4

37:53 Harry Potter TV Series Casting News

45:47 US TV Show Renewals and Cancellations

01:00:24 Upcoming Shows and Highlights

01:02:16 Where to Find More Content

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Join host Dave and co-host Darryl on Geektown Radio Episode 455 as they discuss Darryl's recent viewing of Fast X, the latest installment in the Fast and Furious franchise featuring Jason Momoa. They dive into a variety of shows, including the Catalan teen drama Jo Mai Mai, Prime Video's The Wheel of Time adaptation, the horror film Late Night with the Devil starring David Dastmalchian, and John Woo's remake The Killer on Peacock. Additionally, Dave shares his thoughts on the Mythic Quest spin-off Side Quest, Disney Plus's Mid-Century Modern, the prequel series Dexter: Original Sin, and Kevin Bacon's dark comedy horror The Bondsman. They also cover the latest TV and film news, including renewals, cancellations, and upcoming releases. Highlights for the next week include the return of Black Mirror, Hacks Season 4, and The Last of Us Season 2.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

00:17 Review of Fast X

04:30 Catalan Drama: Jo Mai Mai

08:04 The Wheel of Time Series

15:03 Late Night with the Devil

18:52 The Killer Remake

22:31 Side Quest and Other Shows

29:44 Discovering Bosch: A New TV Obsession

32:15 The Bondsman: A Dark Comedy Horror

35:01 Paramount Plus Ads: A Frustrating Experience

37:06 TV and Film News: Renewals, Cancellations, and Pickups

01:00:17 Exciting Upcoming TV Shows

01:02:15 Where to Find Us: Social Media and More

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