The Geeks Journal
Nothing but Geeks and Nerds looking to talk about as much pop culture as possible. Full blown Nerdvana! Join our Host Gareth and a bunch of his friends, as they re-watch favourite movies from childhood and beyond. Are they still good? Are they actually bad…the good type of bad…the bad type of good!?!
Episodes
The Collective return, to reveal their Top 3 Most Overrated Movies — and they’re fully prepared for the backlash.
Then they assemble their ultimate MCU X-Men fan cast, debating who should play Wolverine, Cyclops, Storm, and more in Marvel’s mutant future.
Hot takes. Bold casting. Zero apologies!
News 00:08:50
Top 3 00:34:08
Recast Roulette 01:04:15
End of Line 01:25:13
The Collective is back and they're just here to chat! In the first episode of Season 2, we dig in to potential events for "Avengers: Doomsday" (Spoiler Alert for leaked trailers!), the cultural madness of "Conformity Gate" and our Top 5 comfort movies we love to watch.
News: 00:08:15
Avengers Doomsday Trailers: 00:09:01
Stranger Things and Conformity Gate: 00:25:42
Top 5 Comfort Movies: 00:42:03
Recast Roulet...
The Collective dives headfirst into the animated chaos of G.I. Joe: The Movie! From Cobra-La lore bombs and questionable retcons to glorious 80s animation excess, we break down what works, what absolutely doesn’t, and why this movie still lives rent-free in the minds of a generation. Was Duke’s fate a cop-out? Did Cobra Commander peak here? And is this secretly one of the wildest toy-cartoon movies ever made? YO JOE!
In this episode, The Collective goes full banana as we revisit the chaotic, yellow-tinted world of Minions (2015). From the film’s unexpectedly deep lore to its pure slapstick nonsense, we break down why these overall-clad agents of mayhem became a global phenomenon—and whether the movie still holds up today. Spoiler: there were… opinions.
This time around the Collective dives deep into the neon-soaked world of Ghost in the Shell. From cybernetic identity crises to the haunting questions of what makes us human, we unpack how this iconic anime reshaped sci-fi and predicted our AI-driven reality. Join us as we debate consciousness uploads, digital souls, and why Major Kusanagi still hits harder than any Hollywood reboot.
Plug in, power up, and let’s go full cyberpunk. �...
Cowabunga, fellow Geeks and Nerds!
In this episode of The Geeks Journal, we dive shell-first into Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem! Join us as we break down all the action, humour, and nostalgia-packed moments that make this movie a must-watch!
The Collective fires up the holoprojector and takes on Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008) — yes, the movie, not the series you actually love. From baby Jabba the Hutt (a.k.a. Stinky) to Anakin suddenly being a dad, we laugh our way through the highs, lows, and “what were they thinking?” moments of this animated detour. Was this the rocky launchpad the galaxy needed, or just a weird footnote in Star Wars history? Grab your lightsaber ...
In this episode, the Collective takes to the skies with Studio Ghibli’s airborne antihero in Porco Rosso. Together, they explore the film’s rich blend of whimsy, melancholy, and political undercurrents, unpacking why this story of a cursed pilot pig resonates so deeply. From the elegance of its aerial dogfights to the quiet heartbreak of unspoken love, the Collective dives into what makes Porco Rosso one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most qu...
The collective are back, tackling their second Transformers movie on the show. Breaking down character chemistry, marketing failures, franchise legacy and much much more.
And if that wasn't enough...the gang receives an unexpected surprise!
Gareth and Lee return to the Geeks Journal's Side Quests to take a closer (spoiler filled) look at Andor, the Star Wars series that caught everyone off guard—in the best way possible. With a more grounded story, sharp writing, and a darker tone, Andor shows us the rebellion before it had a name and a logo. The crew chats about Cassian’s journey, the rise of the Empire’s oppression, and why this series might just be one of the b...
In this episode of The Geeks Journal, the collective takes a deep dive into the visually stunning and narratively rich world of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. They explore the film’s innovative animation, heartfelt character arcs, and not to mention a killer soundtrack. From Easter eggs to existential glitches, the collective breaks down what makes this film a landmark in modern superhero storytelling.
Strap in—this is one trip ...
The Collective return, diving headfirst into the zany, noir-soaked streets of Toon Town as they revisit the genre-bending classic, Who Framed Roger Rabbit. From groundbreaking animation/live-action fusion to the surprisingly dark undertones, they’re unpacking what made this film a technical marvel and a storytelling standout.
Join the Collective as we break down why this DreamWorks classic. From its razor-sharp humor and iconic soundtrack, to Puss in Boots' legendary debut! We’re unpacking all the reasons why this film still stands taller than a giant Gingerbread Man 20 years later!
So, is Shrek 2 peak cinema? Does it surpass the original? And most importantly… do we really know the Muffin Man? Tune in and find out!
The collective continue their marathon of animated adventures as they take a deep dive into FernGully: The Last Rainforest, the 1992 animated cult classic that blended environmentalism with fairy tale magic. From Robin Williams’ wild performance as Batty Koda to Tim Curry’s delightfully evil Hexxus. Does FernGully still hold up, or is it just a nostalgic fever dream? Tune in as we explore its themes, music, and more!
Hadouken! This episode of The Geek’s Journal, we’re kicking off our season of animation by throwing it back to Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie from 1994 – one of the greatest video game adaptations of all time!
From epic fight scenes to that unforgettable Ryu vs. Sagat opening, we’re breaking down what made this movie a knockout. Does it still hold up? Did Capcom do justice to these legendary fighters? And yes… we’re talking...
In this festive episode of The Geeks Journal, the collective close out the Season of Sequels by diving headfirst into holiday nostalgia with one of the classic sequels, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York! Join us as we revisit Kevin McCallister's antics, outrageous traps, and the surprisingly heartwarming moments of this beloved holiday favorite.
Listen in as they geek out over the film’s iconic scenes as we explore why this sequel sti...
Resistance to listen is futile as The Collective boldly go in to a hilarious deep dive into Star Trek: First Contact!
Come, engage(!) as they dissect the film’s iconic moments, plot holes, and why Picard smashing a glass is peak cinema!
Gareth and Lee are back with a little sidequest where they're singing the praises of the latest Transformers movie, exploring the origins of everyones favourite Autobots and Decepticons!
Worried about spoilers?? Fear not. Follow the timecodes below (might vary if any adds are played) and you should remain spoiler free...
- 00:43:21 - SPOILERS
- 01:12:43 - Safe from spoilers
The collective is back and coming up on your left to bring you their favourite moments from, potentially, one of the most unique MCU movies in the history of the saga!
The gang is back to give a collective "WOOSAH" in celebration of Michael Bay's all out action sequel!
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