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Geek History Lesson

Jason Inman & Ashley Victoria Robinson

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!

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434: Black Adam

Geek History Lesson ·

2022/10/18

What made Teth Adam, soon to be played by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in a major motion picture, go from a villain who appeared only once during the 1940s to one who changed the hierarchy of the DC Universe? Let’s dig deep into the history of Black Adam, Shazam’s greatest foe!Additional research & writing by Diego Nunez - https://twitter.com/Blackcrow521 Join the Geek History Lesson Patreon► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode►

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433: Doctor Fate

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2022/10/11

It’s Fate. Doctor Fate. A classic character from the Golden Age of Comics is making his way into the modern DC Extended Universe in The Rock's upcoming Black Adam. In his form-fitting blue bodysuit and flowing yellow cape, this founding member of the Justice Society of America is instantly recognizable. But who is Kent Nelson, a.k.a. Doctor Fate? Meet the character Pierce Brosnan will be portraying alongside Dwayne Johnson in the film.Additional research & writing by Diego Nunez -

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432: Best Alfred Pennyworth Stories

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2022/10/04

No other member of the Batman family is as loyal and dedicated to the Dark Knight's mission as his faithful father figure and butler, Alfred Pennyworth. To celebrate the return of Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman's Butler -- we bring you -- the best Alfred Pennyworth stories! Join the Geek History Lesson Patreon► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram:

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431: Best Batman Family Stories

Geek History Lesson ·

2022/09/27

We've compiled a list of Batman Family Stories that will prepare readers for the Gotham Knights before the anticipated game. These comics will allow you to get to know Batman's family, how they view him, and how they manage to stand out from Batman's shadow.Join the Geek History Lesson Patreon► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter:

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430: Best Multiverse Versions of Batman

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2022/09/20

There are a bunch of versions of Batman in the Multiverse, like every DC hero. Several of them keep the Caped Crusader's heroic elements and moral stance. Others present in a corrupted alternative form, sometimes presenting as a terrifying supervillain. There are other versions of the Dark Knight, like one where he's a notorious pirate and another where he's an unexpected Soviet enemy in the 1950s. It's time to fall into the multiverse of DC Comics and explore the best multiverse versions of

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429: Superior Spider Man

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2022/09/13

After Peter Parker's death at the "Dying Wish" storyline's climax in The Amazing Spider-Man #700, Otto Octavius (Doctor Octopus) has implanted his mind into Peter's body, determined to prove himself the "Superior" Spider-Man by being both a better superhero and person than Parker ever could be! Let's dive deep into the web of the Spider-verse to learn his history!Additional research & writing by Diego Nunez - https://twitter.com/Blackcrow521 Join the Geek History Lesson Patreon►

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428: Star Trek: Lower Decks

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2022/09/06

Star Trek: Lower Decks focuses on the support crew serving on one of Starfleet's least important ships, the USS Cerritos, in 2380. Ensigns Mariner, Boimler, Rutherford and Tendi must keep up with their duties and their brand new third season. GHL is here to open the hailing frequencies back to the Alpha Quandrant. Make sure your holodeck is primed to watch this show!Join the Geek History Lesson Patreon► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode►

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427: The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power

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2022/08/30

Set thousands of years before the events of J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings," The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power takes viewers back to an era in which great powers were forged, kingdoms rose to glory and fell to ruin and the unlikely heroes of the fabled Second Age of Middle-earth were tested. We're here to dive into the libraries of Numenor to break it down for all of you. Join the Geek History Lesson Patreon► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinHuge thanks to Podcorn for sponsoring this

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426: Game of Thrones: House of the Dragon

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2022/08/23

Game of Thrones returns! This time it's about the Dance of the Dragons, a Targaryen civil war that pitted sister against brother, uncle-husband against brother-husband, and dragon against dragon! Let us guide you back into the world of Westeros as we prepare to watch Game of Thrones House of the Dragon!Join the Geek History Lesson Patreon► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinHuge thanks to Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast by signing

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425: She-Hulk

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2022/08/16

She's Bruce Banner's cousin, but how much do we know about the She-Hulk? She-Hulk has been an Avenger, a member of the Fantastic Four, and now she's the subject of a Geek History Lesson and star of her first live-action TV Show! (This episode is a recast of GHL Ep 70)Join the Geek History Lesson Patreon► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter:

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424: Best Spider-Man Villains

Geek History Lesson ·

2022/08/09

Whether it is the maniacal Green Goblin or the dark symbiote Venom, comic book fans have debated which Spider-Man villain rules the multiverse. This is our time to take a step onto the spiderweb and declare who are the best Spider-Man villains of all time!GHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode: http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylesson

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423: Neil Gaiman's The Sandman

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2022/08/02

Debuting in 1989, Neil Gaiman's The Sandman was a groundbreaking success for DC Comics & Vertigo Comics. It follows the long, strange life of Dream, the manifestation of dreams, storytelling, and all that dwells in the imagination. A successful Sandman adaptation is finally becoming a reality on Netflix so we're going to drop into The Dreaming and explain why you should read one of the greatest comic books of all time. Join #MarvelClub for the full THOR experience & more: www.patreon.com/jawiin

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422: DC League of Super Pets

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2022/07/26

The stars of the new movie DC's League of Super Pets are usually called the Legion of Super Pets in the Comics. We're here to reveal their Comics history and tell you which of them is the "bestest boy." Join #MarvelClub for the full THOR experience & more: www.patreon.com/jawiin GHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode: http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading Follow the show on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/GHLPodcast Visit our Facebook fan

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421: Valkyrie (Thor)

Geek History Lesson ·

2022/07/18

Valkyrie, also known by her Asgardian name Brunnhilde, was selected by Odin to lead his personal unit of shield-maidens, the Valkyrior. Renowned for her prowess in battle, this outstanding heroine has appeared in multiple Marvel movies including Thor: Love and Thunder. For Asgard, let's learn her comic bok history. Join #MarvelClub for the full THOR experience & more: www.patreon.com/jawiin GHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode: http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading

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420: Marvel's Asgard Explained

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2022/07/12

In Norse Mythology, Asgard is the home to the Mighty Thor. In the MCU and Marvel Comics, Asgard holds many secret places, lands and hints to the future of Thor's story post Thor Love and Thunder. Get ready for a deep dive into Norse mythology as we explain how Marvel's Asgard works! Join #MarvelClub for the full THOR experience & more: www.patreon.com/jawiin GHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode: http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading Follow the show on TWITTER

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419: Jane Foster (Thor)

Geek History Lesson ·

2022/07/05

Jane Foster was introduced as the love interest of the superhero Thor, but now in the MCU Jane has picked up mjolnir and become a superhero herself. Learn the Marvel Comics history of Jane Foster before Thor Love and Thunder hits! Join #MarvelClub for the full THOR experience & more: www.patreon.com/jawiin GHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode: http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading Follow the show on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/GHLPodcast Visit our Facebook fan

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418: Leia Organa

Geek History Lesson ·

2022/06/28

Princess Leia Organa was one of the Rebel Alliance's greatest leaders, fearless on the battlefield and dedicated to ending the tyranny of the Empire in the Star Wars universe. It's time to dive into the in-between movie history of the daughter of Padmé Amidala and Anakin Skywalker! Special thanks to Meredith Harris (https://twitter.com/harrismeredith), for the research/writing assist on this week's episode! Join #MarvelClub for the full DOCTOR STRANGE experience &

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417: Best Superhero Movie Actors of All Time with DJ...

Geek History Lesson ·

2022/06/21

Playing a character in a superhero movie can be difficult, but some actors pull it off with such style and grace that they make a permanent impression in our mind. We're joined by special guest DJ WOOLDRIDGE (https://twitter.com/djtalkstrash) to decide the Top 5 Super Hero Movies Actors of All Time! DJ also has an amazing comic book on Kickstarter right now -- go check out Hellbent 1&2 right now -- hellbentcomicbook.com Join #MarvelClub for the full DOCTOR STRANGE experience &

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416: Star Trek 2: The Wrath of Khan

Geek History Lesson ·

2022/06/14

Jason & Ashley venture into the final frontier to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Star Trek 2: The Wrath of Khan. Learn Gene Roddenberry's original idea for the film, our favorite scenes and a lot of KHAN TALK! Join #MarvelClub for the full DOCTOR STRANGE experience & more: www.patreon.com/jawiin GHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode: http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading Follow the show on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/GHLPodcast Visit our Facebook fan

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GHL BONUS - Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace...

Geek History Lesson ·

2022/06/07

Because the world has Obi-Wan Kenobi fever currently, we decided to re-release our bonus Patreon episode on Star Wars Episode 1 The Phantom Menace! Enjoy this listen from our Jason and Ashley's Excellent Adventures Podcast! Join #MarvelClub for the full DOCTOR STRANGE experience & more: www.patreon.com/jawiin GHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode: http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading Follow the show on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/GHLPodcast Visit our Facebook fan

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