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Hops "Geek" News

A podcast hosted by Lauren and Matt that discusses the latest in pop-culture news, tv shows, comics, and movies all the while featuring a beer of the week.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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57:07

Ep 257: Megacon Orlando 2025 Wrap-Up

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/02/17

Join us as we wrap up our Megacon Orlando 2025 coverage! We hosted a Supernatural and. horror panel, we met people such as DJ Qualls, Ruthie Connell, and Tom Welling, and we interviewed just about everyone on artist alley to include Jeremy Adams (Scoobynatural/Aquaman) Tim Sheridan (Batman the Long Halloween/ Alan Scott Green Lantern) Ben Percy, and more!We will have our Captain America Brave New World review coming soon but for now check this out and thank you for your support! Find all of our

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52:27

Ep 256: Captain America Brave New World Pre-Show

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2025/02/10

Welcome back this week as we kick off by discussing what we've been reading and watching lately such as Marvels Daredevil on Disney+ we follow up with some news before our main topic.With Captain America Brave New World releasing this week we dive into the comic book origin of The Leader, Red Hulk, and the Serpent Society. We also recap Falcon and the Winter Soldier to bring you up to speed!https://hops-geek-news.comFind our reviews on nerdinitiative.comBecome a supporter of this podcast:

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41:35

Megacon Orlando Pre-Show 2025

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/02/06

ICYMI we went live to hype up Megacon Orlando which kicks off today! Come get some tips, we run down the guest list, and we discuss our panels and things we are excited most for!hops-geek-news.com nerdinitiative.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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31:07

Ep 255: My Bloody Valentine (2009)

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2025/02/03

All Killer No Filler this week as we kick off February with a step back into the world of wonderful B-rated horror movies. The year 2009 saw Jensen Ackles step into the mines and remake of My Bloody Valentine.Taking place in a small Pennslyvania town after nearly being killed a decade earlier Lauren's lover Jensen returns to sell the mine his newly deceased dad left for him. Only the killings start again..We go into production notes and fun factsGive our favorite kills and thoughtsMake sure to

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46:58

Ep 254: spider-Man Origin Dive

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/01/27

Welcome!This week we kick off by discussing our reading recs:Wolverine Revenge 4Absolute Wonder Woman 4Redcoat 9 (spoiler-free)TMNT 6 (spoiler-free)Rocket Racoon and Doctor DoomWe dish on the latest in pop-culture newsAnd our main topic! (17:20)In honor of You Friendly Neighborhood Spider-man premiering on @disneyplus this week, we dive into the creation and origins of Spider-Man! We go into the behind the scenes of how he was made and the drama! As well as some of his more notable stories and

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65:54

Ep 253: Skeleton Crew Review!

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/01/20

Welcome Back friends!Matt and Lauren kick things off this week by discussing their comic recs such asUltimate Wolverine, Laura Kinney Wolverine- MarvelBatman and Robin Year One #4- DCThe Moon is Following Us #5- Image ComicsAnd then what we are watching such as, Severence, Shrinking, Venom the Last Dance, and moreWe hit some of the latest in pop-culture news to include the Daredevil trailer!Our main topic (31 min) we review Star Wars Skeleton Crew!It's space Goonies meets Star Wars. Come find out

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68:10

Ep 252: Toy Story 30th Anniversary!

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/01/13

Time flies for us millennials does it not?We start by discussing what we have been reading such as Wolverine, Absolute Batman, Aquaman, and Kill All Immortals.Then, we dive into what we have been watching, such as Gladiator 2, Wicked, and Kraven! Yes, Matt braved Kraven and gave his spoiler-free thoughts on Sony's last production for their Spider-Man villain universe.We dish on some news which we have a ton of news this week before our main topic.29 MINUTE MARK: This week we celebrate the 3oth

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34:07

Supernatural The Road So Far Season 11 Episodes 1-7

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/01/10

Our Supernatural journey continues on in this episode as we have made it to season 11! Matt and Lauren recap, give fun facts, and discuss episodes 1 through 7 of Supernatural season 11 as Matt is nearing the end of his first time watching the show.Make sure to find us at Megacon Orlando Sunday, February 9th at 1130 am as we will be hosting a Supernatural panel!Like, subscribe, follow, leave a review and find our social media accounts: linktr.ee/hopsgeeknewsSupport the show

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63:42

Ep 251: Most Anticipated Comics, Movies, and TV of 2025!

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2025/01/06

Happy New Year! We start with a short beer school honoring the late President, Jimmy Carter who is responsible for legalizing home brewingNext, we dive into what we have been reading and watching (8min) such as:Werewolves, Moana 2, Supernatural, Deadpool vs Wolverine #1, Sam Wilson Captain America #1, Two-Face #2, and Creature Commandos #4We then dive into news (23min) before going into our most anticipated list for 2025 (30min)We give our top 5 for movies, TV, and comics for the coming year as well

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42:27

The Road So Far: Supernatural Season 10 Review...

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/01/04

It has been a while since we've talked #supernatural and so we are back with a special episode discussing everyone's favorite #winchesters.In this episode, we finish up season 10 of the hit @thecw series.We discuss our favorite moments, episode recaps, and one glaring mistake that Matt feels as though they made this season.Have a favorite moment from season 10? Make sure to let us know in the comments!We will be hosting a Supernatural panel at #megaconorlando on Sunday, Feb 9th at 1130 am! Follow

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74:28

Ep 250: Best of 2024 in Comics, Movies, and TV!

Hops "Geek" News ·

2024/12/30

Welcome to episode 250! 2024 was a crazy year for pop-culture and adventures and so this week we are here to discuss it.First, we kick off with talking about what we have been reading and watching such as:Hornsby and Halo #2 and Redcoat #8 from Image Comics/Ghost MachineAbsolute Wonder Woman #3 from DCSonic 3 spoiler-free reviewThen we dish on some pop-culture news before diving into our list of Top 5 comicbooks, movies, and TV shows of 2024.2024 gave us a lot in terms of excellent content and it

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63:24

Ep 249: Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984)

Hops "Geek" News ·

2024/12/23

Welcome to the Christmas finale!We start with our beer from Prairie Artisan Ales before going into our reading recs this week:Absolute Batman #3, New Gods #1, and Batman and Robin Year One #3 from DC ComicsArmored- Clover PressBarfly- Dark Horse ComicsThe Rocketfellers- Ghost MachineThe Moon is Following Us #4- ImageThen we talk spoiler-free about Netflix's Carry on and give our thoughts on the Superman trailer.Of course, we have the latest in pop-culture news before our main topic!(35min) Silent

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85:31

1st Annual Christmas Variety Show

Hops "Geek" News ·

2024/12/20

We went live for our first ever Christmas Variety show!We had poems, songs, Christmas trivia, beer school, and so so much more on this amazing live episodeMake sure to hop in and have a good ol holiday time and cheers to all of you who have helped make this podcast specialLinktr.ee/hopsgeeknewspatreon.com/hopsgeeknews.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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53:19

Ep 248: Favorite Christmas TV Specials

Hops "Geek" News ·

2024/12/16

'Twas the week before Christmaskuh and all through the house not podcast was popping a beer not even their spouse.Welcome back everyone, this week we kick things off by discussing what we have been reading lately and then Matt dives into the 4 yes FOUR Hallmark Christmas films he has watched this week much to Laurens delight. We then dish on some of the latest in pop-culture news before going into our main topicMain Topic (27 mins) Once upon a time TV Shows would give us a warm hearted and

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46:08

Cantina Hour: Skeleton Crew Ep 1-3

Hops "Geek" News ·

2024/12/12

We brought back our live Cantina Hour and this week we chatted about the latest Star Wars series on Disney+, Skeleton Crew! We discuss how we're feeling about it so far and give some theories about what we think is going on.To never miss a live show, subscribe on Youtube and get in on the conversation!linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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61:13

Ep 247: Gremlins 1 and 2 Review

Hops "Geek" News ·

2024/12/09

Looking for that perfect gift this Holiday season? Well, don't go to any shady shops located in China town because you're sure to find little creatures that can quickly multiply and cause chaos!This week we kick things off briefly talking about Thanksgiving and Lauren's adventure to Supernatural's Creation Convention before diving into what we have been reading and watching such as Image Comics return of Snotgirl, DC's Two-Face from Christian Ward, Wolverine #4, Moana 2, Dune Prophecy, and more!We

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24:48

Bonus: Manuel Founder of Comics for Christmas

Hops "Geek" News ·

2024/12/06

We are very big on helping out on this show and we were lucky enough to link up with Manuel, the founder of Comics for Christmas. Their goal is to bring in comicbook donations to take to children. They visit libraries, hospitals, schools, churches, and even service members to bring the joy of comics to eveyrone and everyone. They are located in Norfolk, Virginia If you'd like to donate comics or help out find them on Threads or Instagram @comicsforchristmasyou can also shoot us a message just follow

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35:52

Creator Special: CL Zeno Writer of Drunk Mom

Hops "Geek" News ·

2024/12/05

Drunk Mom is a 26-page superhero comic about a single mom who is a recovering alcoholic, named Monica. In Issue #1 we learn how a chance encounter with a mugger leads her intern, Craig, to convince Monica that they should begin fighting crime together at night. People assume Monica’s relapsed since she’s tired after a night of vigilante action, but she can’t correct them. So she must live with the label as her son’s Drunk Mom. You can back the kickstarter here:

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61:25

Ep 246: Batman Returns

Hops "Geek" News ·

2024/12/02

It's beginning to look a lot like JUSTICE!!We are officially starting our 2024 Holiday season and kicking it off in a big wrong way with 1992's Batman Returns from Tim Burton starring Michael Keaton, Danny Devito, Michelle Pfieffer, and Christopher Walken. We dive into the film, discussing fun facts and the turmoil behind the scenes. Did you know that McDonald's toys were the reason Burton and Keaton never did a Batman film again? Make sure subscribe to never miss an episode and follow the show on

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56:24

Ep 245: Favorite Sitcom Thanksgiving Episodes

Hops "Geek" News ·

2024/11/25

It is the week of Thanksgiving! As we all prepare to over eat, watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and nap while watching football while escaping the overwhelming family, join us as we are discussing Thanksgiving episodes from some of our favorite shows.First things first however, we kick off with what we are watching such as Matt's continued obsession with Hallmark Christmas movies and Lauren watched Dune Prophecy on Max.Then, what we have been reading such as The Rocketfellers from Ghost

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