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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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Ep 144: Die Harder

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/12/04

Happy Holidays ya filthy animals! Matt and Lauren kick off this weeks show by chatting what they have been watching such as The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special and why this was some of Matt's favorite Guardians content yet (4min) They then dish on a couple of news pieces this week (13:20) before finally being joined by Shawn of @Cheapseatcast to discuss an unsung Christmas movie in Die Harder AKA Die Hard 2. Is it a Christmas movie? come find out why the team believes it deserves to

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89:39

Ep 143: Andor Season 1 Wrap Up

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/11/27

This week Matt and Lauren are back to chat about what they have been watching such as Disney's latest film Disenchanted (3:41) before heading into some of the latest news. (12:33) Matt takes a moment to discuss the passing of a childhood hero Jason David Frank as well as the recent return of Bob Igor back to Disney. Then the team are joined by Tommy Stella and the three of them dive into Andor season 1 to discuss the things they loved and didn't like and give their predictions going forward. (26:48)

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63:40

Ep 142: Thanksgiving and Wakanda Forever Review

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/11/20

It's Thanksgiving week! Lauren and Matt are back to discuss the things they have been watching lately (6:55) before diving head first into some of the latest in pop-culture news! (10:30) The duo then dive into their Thanksgiving movie recs and the history behind the Macy's Day Parade and NFL on Thanksgiving. (20:10)Lastly, they are giving their spoiler filled thoughts on Wakanda Forever (46:35) so grab your tissues and come along! This episode brought to you by

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70:34

Ep 141: DCEU and Black Adam

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/11/13

This week Matt and Lauren team up to discuss the latest in Andor and the news! We then are joined by our patron and friend of the show Riley to chat about the DCEU and discuss what we thought about the Black Adam film. Has the hierarchy changed? Find out!Follow us @hopsgeeknewspatreon.com/hopsgeeknews

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73:55

Ep 140: Namor and Ironheart Origins

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/11/06

This week Matt and Lauren gather around to discuss all the good things! First Matt chats about his time in Las Vegas at the When We Were Young festival and ThankTheMaker's MoshEisley event! (9:30) and Lauren chats about what she has been watching.They then dive into a spoiler free review of Slowpokes 2 from creator Steve Urena (22:45) before diving into the latest in pop-culture news (27min)Lastly, to prepare you for the release of Wakanda Forever they bring you the comic origins of Namor and Riri

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59:24

Ep 139: Halloween Origins

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/30

This week in honor of the most wonderful holiday of the year we sit down to discuss the origins of Halloween as well as some urban legendsMatt has mic issues so he came through his computer mic but we discussWhat we are watching such as Clerks 3, Terrifier, Barbarian, The Watcher, Satanic Panic, and Black Adam (9min) Then discuss the latest news! (21:30)Before the main topic (30:33)Follow us @hopsgeeknews

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76:35

EP 138: Disney and Universal Halloween Fun w/ Theme...

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/24

On this issue we are discussing what we watch and the latest pop-culture news before being joined by @themeparkblerd for a special episode on the history and fun you can have at Disney and Universal Studios in the month of October! Horror Nights, Mickeys Spooktacular and more!What we are watching (5:22)News 18 minMain 21:26 min@themeparkblerd@hopsgeeknews

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2:12

VHS/99 Review (spoiler free)

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/20

We saw the upcoming Shudder film VHS/99 and here’s a quick spoiler free review of the latest addition to the anthology found footage franchise. Catch it ok Shudder October 20th!

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60:39

Ep 137: Horror films w/ a twist

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/17

On this episode, Matt and Lauren discuss what they have been watching (8:05) before diving into the mountain of pop-culture news! (18:35) They dive into their main topic of horror movie films they recommend that come with a surprise twist in them (36min) as Halloween month rolls on grab a beer or your favorite beverage and let's get spooky friends!

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61:12

Ep 136: Halloween kick off w/ Zombies!

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/10

(Ep 136) This week Lauren and Matt are kicking off Halloween season 2022 with their first episode back post-FanX. They begin by discussing what they have been reading and watching (5:5:10)such as giving a spoiler review on Hocus Pocus 2 (8min) and following it up with the latest in pop culture news news news (18min) Finally, they kick off the spooky season chatting about the history of zombies! (25:42) and going over their favorite zombie films, comics, and tv shows. @hopsgeeknews

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79:47

Ep 127: She Hulk Origins w/ Task

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/10

Ep (127) Matt and Lauren are in the den this week with no news or what they are watching in order to team up with special guest Task (@uptotask) to discuss the origins of She-Hulk aka Jennifer Walters.

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67:58

Ep 126: Game of Thrones or Groans

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/10

(Ep 126) Matt and Lauren dive into the hit HBO series Game of Thrones this week to prepare you for House of the Dragon

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77:41

Ep 135: FanX Salt Lake Recap

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/10

The gang sits down to give a rundown of the weekend that was FanX Salt Lake. They chat about the panels they sat in on, favorite cosplays, breweries, and of course their interview with Jeff Anderson and Brian O'Halloran of the Kevin Smith Clerks franchise! Follow us on social media @hopsgeeknews

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54:04

Ep 134: FanX Salt Lake Panels

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/10

(Ep 134) Matt and Lauren recently went to FanX in Utah and Matt asked some questions at the panels. Jay Mewes, Kevin Smith, Vincent D'Onofrio, and we have the Cobra Kai panel! @hopsgeeknews

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77:32

Ep 132: D23 Breakdown

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/10

(Ep 132) This week Matt and Lauren sit down in the cave of Geeks to discuss the massive amount of exciting news that recently came out from this years Disney D23 Expo in Anaheim! Star Wars, Marvel, and more OH MY!

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15:46

Ep 133: Interview w/ Brian O'Halloran and Jeff Anderson

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/10

(Ep 133) Matt and Lauren were fortunate enough to sit down at the FanX booth of two of our favorite Clerks to discuss the latest addition to the Kevin Smith franchise as well as beer, Laurens magic shoes, and life! @hopsgeeknews

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69:51

Ep 130: The History of Comic Cons

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/10

Matt and Lauren are prepping for their press run at FanX Salt Lake City which means one thing, it's history lesson time! The duo sits down to discuss the history of cons and their favorite moments at the ones they have been to. We also got the news, about what we were watching, and more!@hopsgeeknews

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105:35

Ep 129: Lord of the Rings!

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/10

(Ep 129) Matt and Lauren are graciously joined by a guest from the Geek Peak Pod! Chris lends us his expertise as Lauren is not familiar with Middle Earth and we discuss the greatest trilogy of all time. We journey to Mordor together, we laugh, we cry, we battle for our lives! @geekpeakpodgeekpeakpod.com@hopsgeeknews

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64:36

Ep 128: Disney history!

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/10

Have you ever wanted to know about the history of the most famous theme parks in the world? Well now is your chance because Matt is about to embark on a grand adventure to Disneyland and so we break dow the best and worst of the Disney parks and some of the secret history! @hopsgeeknews

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79:47

Ep 127: She Hulk pre show!

Hops "Geek" News ·

2022/10/10

Jennifer Walter aka She-Hulk is here! Matt and Lauren are breaking down her comic-book origin in this episode as we detail the best storylines and the best comics to read to familiarize yourself with the mighty lawyer! But of course, we weren't alone, we had the amazing Task join in on the fun this week! Of course, he's never read a comic though.@UptoTask @hopsgeeknews

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