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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 69: King Shark is a Polka Dot Man

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2022/10/10

This week the dynamic duo sit down to crack open the origins behind The Suicide Squad's most popular characters, King Shark & Polka Dot Man. They enlisted the help of Treehouse Brewing, and popped open a delicious Haze, and share a special message from Polka Dot Man himself. As always the two discuss news and they dive into the first few episodes of Titans, and Marvel's What If? Spoiler warnings provide beforehand.

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70:36

Ep 72: Batman Day!

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2022/10/10

In this issue hoppy and Mash got the code to the Batcave and are deep diving into the files of the Caped Crusader himself in honor of BATMAN DAY! They discuss everything from the comic book origins to rogue galleries, and films, and even break down a list of Batman stories you should check out. All the while they enjoy Pliny the Elder from Russian River Brewing! First things first, they chat about the latest episode of Marvel's What If?

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Ep 68: Teen Titans!

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2022/10/10

This week Hoppy and Mash sit down to discuss the latest pop culture news, and give their thoughts on Marvel's latest show, 'What If?' Dive into The Suicide Squad, and then discuss the origins of the Teen Titans all while enjoying Social Fermentation by Revision Brewing Company. See something they messed up? Let them know!@hopsgeeknews

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72:31

Ep 63: Interview with creator Ryan Curtis

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2022/10/10

On a special bonus issue, the Geeks sat down with Ryan Curtis, the creator of "Slums of the Empire City." A great comic book set in the 1860s about various gangs of New York. They also discuss his part ownership of New Tradition Brewing in Vancouver Islands, BC. And lastly, we discuss his work as Visual Effects Supervisor on shows such as Supernatural, Superman & Lois, Van Helsing, and more! Head to kickstarter.com, and search Ryan Curtis to check this comic out. To follow Ryan Curtis:

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10:54

Ep 60: Rangers of the Divide Issue 3 Review

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2022/10/10

Back in May we released an episode with the artist and writer of Rangers of the Divide, Megan Huang. We broke down the first two issues with her, and she sent us Issue #3 to review on our own, which comes out TODAY! Great comic with some beautiful art! It's a Dark Horse comic. Follow her for all the updates and some amazing art. Instagram: @meganhuang5 Twitter: @MeganHuang5

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Ep 61: Zombie Date Night!

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2022/10/10

On this issue, the Geeks sat down with Steve Urena (40.22) to discuss his newest comic book, Zombie Date Night! Ever had an awkward first date? Now, what if you had to battle zombies on this date?! We also discuss his comic, Slowpokes. A story about killer Sloths! As always we start with news, what we're drinking, and we also give our spoiler-filled reviews of both Black Widow and the Loki season finale! Buckle up, we're about to run through a multiverse of madness ourselves! Follow our guest on

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86:57

Ep 47: Carry on My Wayward dads

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2022/10/10

This is the episode Hoppy has been waiting for as this week, we discuss Supernatural! Since Mash knows nothing about the show, we're joined by Gnome from Dads on Dayquill this week. Hoppy faces off in a test of wits in a Supernatural trivia challenge! (Starts at 42.18) As always the dynamic duo talks about news, and what they fucked up on, and they also discuss Mash's trip to Disney where they finally met in person! Is the show canceled? Tune in and find out now! Dads on Dayquill:

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77:16

Ep 62: 1 Year Anniversary Special

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2022/10/10

On this very special issue Hoppy & Mash are celebrating 1 year of fighting crime and drinking beers. They deliver the latest news and briefly discuss Space Jam and then dive into a year of reflection (35 min). Everything from favorite guests, moments, and what they'd like to deliver in year 2. Crack open a beer and let's party!

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39:26

Ep 34: The Invasion of Planet Wrestletopia

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2022/10/10

Invasion from Planet Wrestletopia Brother!!!! On a special review episode, Mash & Hoppy were honored to sit down and review Invasion from Planet Wrestletopia. A six-issue smackdown event for the fate of the galaxy! From Suspicious Behavior Productions, created by Ed Kuehnel and Matt Entin, where a washed-up wrestler has unknowingly challenged the galaxy's champion to a match for the ages. Available on Comixology with a Kickstarter coming in May to bring to print!

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44:43

Ep 56: Happy Pride Month From the Geeks!

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2022/10/10

On this episode, Hoppy and Mash sit down to discuss Pride month and talk about their favorite LGBTQ characters. As always they discuss news and what they think so far about the new Disney plus series, Loki!

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51:14

Ep 53: The Geeks Are Burdened With Glorious Purpose

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2022/10/10

In anticipation of the latest Marvel show coming to a television near you, Mash and Hoppy are joined by Showtime Tim to discuss everybody's favorite God of Mischief, LOKI! They talk about the Norse and comic history and then dive into the movie history as well as give a few theories on what they think may be happening in Disney's upcoming show. Mash also forgets he's supposed to be drinking the same beer as Hoppy. And as always, hard-hitting news was delivered. Grab a beer and get ready for

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59:08

Ep 43: Colossus Origins

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2022/10/10

This week Mash & Hoppy take a step back from movie reviews and guests, to talk about everybody's favorite Russian mutant, Colossus. Everything from his origins to his favorite comic book stories to movie appearances, it's all here. As always they discuss the latest pop culture news and chat about what they've been reading or watching. The beer this week is by our unofficial sponsor, Woodland Empire Ale Craft from Boise, Idaho. They drank the ever-amazing ADA County Stout brewed with coffee and

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59:09

Ep 42: The Last Homicide w/ Frank Martin

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2022/10/10

On yet another special edition of GEEKS, Mash & Hoppy are joined by esteemed comic book writer and novelist, Frank Martin, to discuss his latest release, 'The Last Homicide.' An old-school detective comic that leaves us dying for more! You can follow Frank on Instagram & Twitter @frankthewriter To get the comic book, join his Kickstarter! Bit.ly/LastHomicide

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71:50

Ep 44: The Geeks Travel the Moobyverse

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2022/10/10

If Kevin Smith hasn't issued a cease and desist by now, he sure will after Mash and Hoppy spend an evening discussing all of the films the former Fat Man has made. From Clerks to Chasing Amy to Tusk, nothing is off limits as they provide an homage to their long-time hero. Beware this will be a two-part episode so light up your blunts and grab your Bluntman & Chronic comic, and strap in for the ride! This week's beer is none other than a Mooby's Collaboration brewed by Motorworks Brewing in honor of

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Ep 41: Wrestlemania Brother!

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2022/10/10

The GEEKS attend wrestling school. In honor of Wrestlemania this week, Hoppy and Mash tag in their friend, Tim, the resident expert, to come and discuss wrestling. We talk about our favorite wrestling moments, as well as what wrestlers made the leap into the movies we all know and love. As God is my witness they may be broken in half by the end of this episode!

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53:07

Ep 37: BVS! The Geeks Save Martha

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2022/10/10

Hoppy and Mash sit down to discuss the news and what they are reading before diving into the movie everyone loves to hate. Batman V Superman. Ahead of the Justice League release, this week they recap the film and Mash discusses the things that he loves while Hoppy is full of hate. Full Sail Brewing Haze of the Gods was this week's drink along with Karate in the Garage from Southern Swells Brewing in Jacksonville, Florida. Tell us in the comments, what did you love, like, hate, or loathe? This

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Ep 35: Sympathetic Villains with Oblivion Bar Pod

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2022/10/10

The Geeks sit down with Chris from Oblivion Bar Podcast to discuss villains we sympathize with. We also dove a little into Baron Zemo's origin, to prep us a bit for The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, while we all mourn the end of Wandavision. Let us know in the YouTube comments or on social media...what villain you sympathize with. Did we miss anyone that should have been discussed? Follow Oblivion Bar Podcast on Twitter @Oblivionbarpod or Instagram @theoblivionbar. Or search for them wherever

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Ep 31: Wolverine Origins Pt3

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2022/10/10

After our opening segments about, our beer, news, fucks ups, and what we’ve been watching or reading... we concluded our Wolverine series. Micah from Tavern Geek sat down with us once again as we discussed Old Man Logan, Wolverine in the MCU, and who could take the mantle after Hugh Jackman gave us 17 years. Let us know... in the YouTube comments, or on social media if there is anyone out there that can play the Canadian berserker rage-filled Wolvie, as well as Jackman, did. CHEERS! SNIKT!

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Ep 30: Wolverine Origins Pt 2

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2022/10/10

Our Wolverine episode somehow turned into a series, and this is part 2 of 3. After the opening segments, Mash & Hoppy once again sat down with Micah from Tavern Geek, to continue discussing the ultimate living weapon, Wolverine. We focused (or attempted to, we were all a bit buzzed at this point), on the weapon X program, and his involvement in the X-Men. Next week we'll be discussing some of our favorite Wolverine comics, Old Man Logan, and what Wolvie is up to today. Let us know in the YouTube

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Ep 29: Wolverine Origins Part 1

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2022/10/10

Wolverine is the best at what he does, but what he does best isn't very nice...bub. Mash & Hoppy brought in Micah from Tavern Geek to discuss all things Wolverine. This is part one! After our opener segments, including geek news, we dove into the comic book origin of the greatest mutant of all time. Movie comparisons definitely snuck their way in, but our focus was the 5 foot 3 inch "little guy" from the comic books. We thought we could fit it all into one episode, but we were very wrong. While

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