Geek History Lesson
Not just another geek podcast, Geek History Lesson guides you through the fictional biography of pop culture characters! Diving deep into the history of superhero, film, tv and comic book characters. Each episode hosts Jason Inman and Ashley Victoria Robinson will have animated debates, recommended reading and bad impressions. Enter your mind university! You’ll geek out, grin and learn!
Episodes
November 3, 2025 • 48 mins
Out in cinemas and now streaming worldwide, the culmination of Guillermo Del Toro's creative work, Frankenstein introduces a new generation of moviegoers to Victor and The Creature. This week on Geek History Lesson, Ashley is joined by TikTok sensation Fallon Prinzivalli to give a full SPOILER FILLED review.
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October 27, 2025 • 60 mins
Following the success of 1992's Bram Stoker's Dracula Kenneth Branagh directed and starred in Mary Shelley's Frankenstein which introduced elements of The Bride of Frankenstein into the mainstream story of Victor and The Creature. This week on Geek History Lesson, Ashley is joined by returning guest Patrick McMillan to decide if this remake stands up to the original.
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October 20, 2025 • 78 mins
Frankenstein (1931), was a revolution pre-code Universal Monster Movie. In 1935, the Hays Code had been in place for a year and Universal released, The Bride of Frankenstein, which became arguably more iconic than its predecessor. This week on Geek History Lesson, Ashley is joined by Geek History Lesson Research Assistant and Talking Titans co-host Diego Anthony Nuñez to explore the cultural impact of both films. Which is better?
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October 16, 2025 • 100 mins
It's alive! It's alive! The podcast is a live! #GHLSpookySeason2025 is in full swing and this year we have set our sights on the release of Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein. From Doctor Victor Frankenstein's hubris, to Mary Shelley's genius, to Elizabeth's innocence, and whether he's called "The Creature" or "The Monster" we break down the many distinct facets of a character who has simply come to be known as "Frankenstein" in the...
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October 13, 2025 • 49 mins
There is a direct line between Doctor John Watson and Sherlock Holmes' partnership and the superhero/sidekick relationship of Batman and Robin! This week on Geek History Lesson, we’re diving into how Holmes and Watson cemented the "modern sidekick" and explore whether other characters in both franchises may be better sidekicks than we first thought. Alfred Pennyworth? Merry Morstan?
We’re also celebrating the upcoming premiere of W...
We’re also celebrating the upcoming premiere of W...
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October 6, 2025 • 221 mins
Being kind is punk rock! Now that Superman is available on streaming and home videos we wanted to highlight the new team assembled in the movie - The Justice Gang! From one of the smartest men in the DC Universe, to a Green Lantern, to a mystical hero with wings, and Clark's tough girl cousin we present you these episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:
- GHL 135: Mister Terrific – Why does he have to be the THIRD smartes...
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September 29, 2025 • 55 mins
Alien: Earth has viewers gripping their television screens. Stories of Ripley and the Xenomorphs seamlessly horror and science fiction. This week on Geek History Lesson, Ashley is joined by writer Grant DeArmitt (Ratatosk, HUNT FOR THE SOLAVORE, and CONTAINMENT BREACH: VOL 2), to get to the bottom of the Best Movie in the Alien Franchise. Will your fave reign supreme? Read Grant's horror writing for Popverse here: https://www.thepo...
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September 22, 2025 • 55 mins
Last week actor, producer, and activist Robert Redford passed away. He did so much in the world of entertainment from legendary roles (Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, All the President's Men, Captain America: The Winter Soldier), to award winning directing (Ordinary People), to creating The Sundance Film Festival and launching the careers of generations of future filmmakers. To celebrate the life and legacy of this amazing man,...
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September 15, 2025 • 62 mins
30 years ago Apollo 13 took the film world by storm. 55 years ago Apollo 13 made space travel history. In 1995, Jason entered Apollo 13. What did this Ron Howard docudrama about a dangerous Nasa mission add to his creative journey? Jason and Ashley discuss the power of Tom Hanks and the invisible directing in this film that was also nominated for Best Picture. What did you think of this 1990s movie?
You can hear all of the Film Foot...
You can hear all of the Film Foot...
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September 8, 2025 • 75 mins
Wednesday Addams is the breakout star of Charles Addams' comic-strip-turned-multi-media-juggernaut: THE ADDAMS FAMILY! This week on Geek History Lesson, we are getting creepy and cooky, mysterious and spooky in celebration of Wednesday season 2, part 2 on Netflix! Learn all about Wednesday's comic strip origins, how cute she was, and her evolution into the dark dive we love to watch today! Did you know the iconic dance isn't just a...
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Today, we podcast tall buildings in a in search of The Man of Steel's most unique and singular stories! From alternate versions of Clark Kent to explorations of Krypton to the Death and the Return we break down some of the most iconic tales of The Big Blue Boy Scout in these Superman-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:
- GHL 452: Superman Blue – Remember that time Superman turned ELECTRIC!?
- GHL 439: Death of Su...
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August 25, 2025 • 345 mins
Today, we celebrate (for almost 6 hours!) our shared favorite character in all of comic book history: Robin! From the first Robin to the most recent we break down some of the most beloved Boy Wonders who have ever donned the pixie boots with some of our favorite legacy character-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:
- GHL 21: Nightwing – Explore the life time of the character who defined the Dynamic Duo, Dick Gr...
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August 18, 2025 • 67 mins
Batman’s history is so legendary and he's had so many sidekicks we had to jump cut to the future! This week on Geek History Lesson, we’re diving into the future history of Batman Beyond -- a time when Terry McGinnis is under the cowl, Neo Gotham is darker than ever, Bruce Wayne has a new god, and we are introduced to some of the most unique and imaginative tales in DC television history.
Additional research & writing by Diego Nu...
Additional research & writing by Diego Nu...
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Fantastic Four MEGA EPISODE (Fantastic Four Pt 1 & 2, Silver Surfer, Doctor Doom, Best FF Team Ever)
August 11, 2025 • 299 mins
Today, in celebration of Fantastic Four's fourth cinematic debut season we tie the threads between The First Family, The Future Foundations, and some of their most iconic baddies with some of our favorite Baxter Building-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:
- GHL 75: Fantastic Four – Explore the science and the fiction behind Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Ben Grimm, and Johnny Storm
- GHL 76: Fantastic Four Pt 2 – Stu...
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August 4, 2025 • 50 mins
This week YOU lead the Fantastic Four discussion! We answer your questions about everything Marvel's First Family from stories we love, tropes we want to retire, characters we want to see more of, and moments we never want to hear referenced ever again. Did your question make it to air? Listen to the full episode & find out!
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July 28, 2025 • 55 mins
School may be out for the summer, but comic book always have havens for the strange and nerdy to find refuge in. On this week's episode we step into the hallowed halls of The Umbrella Academy, Kamar Taj, Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters, and Starfleet Academy to conclude which Universe offers the best education to a young superhero type. Did we miss your fave?
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July 21, 2025 • 30 mins
This week YOU lead the Superman discussion! We answer your questions about everything Superman from stories we love, tropes we want to retire, characters we want to see more of, and moments we never want to hear referenced ever again. Did your question make it to air? Listen to the full episode & find out!
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For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with t...
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July 14, 2025 • 51 mins
Hollywood has unleashed the latest adaptation of The Man of Steel on the big screen. The Big Blue Boy Scout has been reinvented for a whole new generation of movie-goers. On this week's episode we reignite the eternal debate between Superman and his super friend - Batman: The Dark Knight. We explore their respective strengths, leadership styles, sidekicks, rogues galleries and more. Will be still believe this title by the end of th...
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July 7, 2025 • 249 mins
Today, in celebration of Ironheart's first season on Disney+ we tie the threads between Riri Williams' Wakandan origins and her status as MIT's greatest superhero with some of our favorite Wakanda-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:
- GHL 198: Black Panther – Explore the science and the magic of the OG Black Panther king with Special Guest Jay Washington
- GHL 201: Shuri (Black Panther) – Study up on the genius k...
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June 30, 2025 • 60 mins
Every major Hollywood actor seems lined up to star in Batman director Christopher Nolan's upcoming adaptation of The Odyssey. The ultimate Hero's Journey. The archetype upon which so many great superhero stories have been told. We explore other classic myths, legends, stories, and pantheons that are begging for a Silver Screen Hollywood treatment! Plus, we tease an ongoing series leading up to the 2026 release of Nolan's Odyssey. W...
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