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The Geek Watch Podcast

The Geek Watch Podcast

By: Brian J Hatcher & Mandy Petry
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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: @brianjhatcher Mandy Petry: @meenjahAll rights reserved Politics & Government
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  • Epiosode 254: Fifty Years of Rocky Horror

    Epiosode 254: Fifty Years of Rocky Horror
    Oct 4 2025
    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 Peacemaker (no spoilers) and the trouble it caused for Fortnite, along with upcoming Halloween events and spooky decor. The episode reflects on how geek culture can be more than just entertainment, creating bonds and communities around shared passions. 00:00 Introduction to the Geek Watch Podcast 00:43 Peacemaker and Fortnite Crossover 04:13 Halloween Season Preparations 07:20 Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary 11:11 Personal Reflections and High School Memories 16:14 Unreliable Narrators and Literary Influences 17:20 Rocky Horror Picture Show Soundtrack 18:17 Leaving Seminary and Finding Direction 20:12 Brian's First Rocky Horror Picture Show Experience 22:27 Joining the Rocky Horror Community 24:01 Discovering a New Tribe 27:06 Impact on Personal and Professional Life 27:51 Embracing Imperfection and Impermanence 28:44 Final Thoughts and Geek Culture Reflections
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    30 mins
  • Episode 253: With As Little Politics As Possible

    Episode 253: With As Little Politics As Possible
    Sep 27 2025
    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 emotional impact. The episode further covers upcoming Marvel and DC releases, along with a candid discourse about the infiltration of politics into geek culture and a call to keep their podcast a refuge from political debates, focusing instead on the joy of geeky interests. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:41 Movie Review: HIM - A Horror Twist on Football 08:50 Final Trailer for Wicked Part Two 12:38 Marvel Zombies and Peacemaker 12:49 The Role of Politics in Geek Culture 15:58 Conclusion and Sign-Off
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    17 mins
  • Episode 252: The Great Daggerheart Conspiracy of 2025

    Episode 252: The Great Daggerheart Conspiracy of 2025
    Sep 1 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 Western Marches style campaign, with three different groups of players and the intricacies involved in running such a massive and interconnected campaign. The podcast also touches upon Brian's first time running a Session Zero for Daggerheat, the excitement of creating characters in Daggerheart, and impressions of the first episodes of the new Peacemaker season. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:39 Critical Role's Campaign Four Announcement 01:10 Western Marches Campaign Structure 02:50 Challenges and Intricacies of the New Campaign 06:47 Controversy Over Game Choice 15:27 Session Zero Experience 21:52 Peacemaker Season 2 Discussion 23:08 Future of DC and Marvel 23:40 Conclusion and Sign-Off
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    24 mins
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