Altered Geek ®

by GeekCast Radio Network, LLC

Entertainment News TV & Film

Social Media Frustrations and Podcast Industry News

A look at the changes to Facebook’s interface, the toxicity of online interactions, and the challenges of social media usage. The discussion covers personal experiences with platform updates, blocking features, and how to maintain mental well-being while navigating digital spaces. The conversation also touches on industry topics, including iHeartRadio’s podcast pitch contest and experiences with YouTube Music.

Seven Years, Comic-Con at Home, and Looking Forward

Steve and Mike celebrate seven years of Altered Geek and reflect on what's kept the podcast going. They discuss their experience with Comic-Con at Home, the technical challenges of virtual events, and standout panels like Star Trek. The episode covers excitement around upcoming releases including Phineas and Ferb: Candace Against the Universe and Transformers: War for Cybertron, touches on the return of G4, and reflects on the legacy of Regis Philbin. They also discuss Steve Blum's difficult decision to close his autograph P.O. box after people took advantage of his generosity, facial recognition technology being hindered by masks, and the Batman: Death in the Family interactive movie.

Peacock Streaming, Comic-Con at Home, and Remote Work

We discuss the launch of the Peacock streaming service and the trend of subscription fatigue. We also cover the news of upcoming reboots, remember the careers of Grant Imahara and Kelly Preston, and share our personal experiences adjusting to working from home.

Streaming Picks and Entertainment Rumors

We discuss our current streaming queues, including Agents of Shield, Metal Gear Solid longplays, and True Crime. We also break down the latest news and rumors surrounding potential reboots for The Wonder Years and Tron 3, as well as the casting for the new Batwoman. Finally, we share our recent Mount Rushmore travel stories and discuss finding deals on Funko Pops.

Michael Keaton Batman Speculation and Batman Beyond

The hosts discuss rumors about Michael Keaton potentially returning as Batman, with a strong emphasis that nothing has been confirmed—just speculation based on reports of Warner Brothers being "in talks" with him. They express frustration that if he does return, it would be wasted on a cameo in The Flash, arguing instead for a standalone Batman Beyond film with Keaton as an older Bruce Wayne. The conversation covers potential casting for Terry McGinnis (including Timothée Chalamet), ideal villain choices like Mr. Freeze and Ra's al Ghul, the fragmented state of DC's multiverse, and broader criticism of how Warner Brothers manages its properties compared to Marvel's approach.

Examining Cancel Culture and Social Media Outrage

A discussion on the rise of cancel culture, the impact of social media pile-ons, and why digging up years-old tweets creates unnecessary discord. The conversation explores the importance of free speech in comedy and media, questioning whether public outrage is a productive way to address societal problems or if it merely fuels polarization. The episode also features clips regarding the necessity of diverse perspectives and the challenges of maintaining common ground in an increasingly unfiltered online environment.

Hartley Sawyer Firing and Batwoman Recasting Discussion

We discuss the firing of Hartley Sawyer from The Flash due to past social media posts and the implications of old online activity. We also cover the news regarding the recasting of Batwoman following Ruby Rose's departure and share personal experiences with smartphone data management mistakes.

Gaming Accessibility and Custom Figure Modeling

We discuss the importance of gaming accessibility features and the work being done by advocates like Steve Saylor to improve the experience for players with visual impairments. We also dive into the world of custom action figure creation, highlighting the detailed work of artists modifying Batman: The Animated Series figures and our own experiences with DIY toy modifications and graphic design.

IDW Comics, Snyder Cut, and Elon Musk on Higher Education

We break down recent layoffs at IDW and discuss why their TMNT series stands out, along with our thoughts on the Snyder Cut and general sequel fatigue. We also explore the viral news regarding Elon Musk’s recent comments about the necessity of college degrees versus practical job experience. Finally, we touch on the streaming rights game, the Back to the Future censorship error, and the funding success of the White Dragon project.

CalArts Animation Issues, Nostalgia, Batwoman Exit, and Upload Series Review

We explore the comfort of rewatching favorite shows and the impact of character redesigns like Toucan Sam. We also discuss the news regarding Ruby Rose leaving the Batwoman series, the ongoing survival of the last Blockbuster store in Oregon, and share thoughts on the Amazon Prime sci-fi comedy Upload.

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