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Geek Freaks Headlines

Hey all! This is a micro-podcast from the Geek Freaks Network. These minute-long episodes will give you the latest in geek news every day. We will discuss the news in further detail on the Geek Freaks Podcast every Tuesday.

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00:01:25

Boba Fett, Black Mirror, and Xbox

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2023/04/26

For in-person coverage of CinemaCon follow @straw_hat_goofy on TikTok and Instagram. #BlackMirror returns with a star-studded cast for its sixth season, promising to push boundaries in exciting new ways. #BobaFett's fate remains uncertain in the #StarWars universe as Lucasfilm has new projects in the works. #Microsoft's $69bn acquisition of #ActivisionBlizzard has been blocked by the UK government’s Competition and Markets Authority due to concerns over the implications for #cloudgaming

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00:02:01

What is Star Trek: Legacy?

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2023/04/26

Terry Matalas proposed the idea of a new series called Star Trek: Legacy, which could feature legacy characters like Worf, Will Riker, Deanna Troi, Seven of Nine, and Raffi. Even Sir Patrick Stewart has expressed interest in returning, although he may not be the central focus of the show. Fans and critics are excited about the potential return to a more classic The Next Generation adventure, especially after the success of Star Trek: Picard. The show could explore a wide open timeline and bring back

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00:00:59

Wizards of the Coast Hires Pinkerton Detectives to...

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2023/04/26

Wizards of the Coast, the creator of Magic: The Gathering, recently hired Pinkerton detectives to recover an upcoming booster box from a YouTuber. The streamer, Dan Cannon, had mistakenly purchased booster boxes that were not yet released while assuming that they were part of the recently released set. Pinkerton agents showed up and intimidated him into giving the cards back, citing several statutes related to copyright infringement and threatening him with jail time and hefty fines if he failed to

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00:00:59

Universal Studios Casts Jack Dylan Grazer in...

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2023/04/25

Universal Studios has reportedly cast Jack Dylan Grazer from "Shazam! Fury of the Gods" as the lead in the live-action adaptation of "How to Train Your Dragon." Auli’i Cravalho is also in talks for the role of Hiccup’s love interest, while Joel Edgerton is rumored to play Hiccup’s father. The movie is set to release in theaters on March 14, 2025. Netflix has announced that the third season of "The Witcher" will be released in two volumes, with the first five episodes

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00:00:58

John Boyega's Star Wars Return, Wheel of Time...

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2023/04/21

A lot in this episode! John Boyega is rumored to join Daisy Ridley's upcoming Jedi-focused movie as Finn, but not yet officially confirmed. #StarWars #Jedi #Finn Pedro Pascal's absence from the final episode of The Mandalorian Season 3 due to scheduling conflicts for his role in The Last of Us. #TheMandalorian #PedroPascal #TheLastofUs Filming reportedly begins for Season 3 of Amazon Prime Video's The Wheel of Time, with returning and new cast members spotted on set

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00:01:25

Entertainment Lawsuits to Watch

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2023/04/21

Paramount Global has filed a $50 million-plus countersuit against Warner Bros Discovery over streaming rights to the long-running cartoon satire, South Park. This is in response to Warner Bros Discovery's $200 million lawsuit against Paramount Global over the same issue. The countersuit seeks to recover unpaid license fees and a declaratory judgment confirming the parties' rights and obligations under the Term Sheet. The legal battle has become increasingly heated, with both sides making

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00:00:49

Twilight Series and New Venture Bros Movie

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2023/04/20

Lionsgate Television is reportedly in early development of a TV adaptation of the best-selling book series, The Twilight Saga. The specific take on the series and whether it will be a remake of the books or an offshoot is yet to be determined. Sinead Daly is attached to write the script and author Stephenie Meyer is expected to be involved in the adaptation. Lionsgate plans to lead the development before shopping the rights to the package. The Twilight Saga films collectively grossed more than $3.4

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00:02:22

Star Trek's Section 31 Takes Flight as Paramount+...

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2023/04/19

Star Trek fans are in for a treat as Paramount+ announces the development of a new Star Trek film that will kick off "Phase 2" of its modern Star Trek television franchise. This new film is set to be based on the long-gestating Section 31 spinoff series that was originally intended to be a streaming show. According to sources, the idea for the movie was conceived by Alex Kurtzman, the franchise's boss, who wanted to shift the focus to tentpole films. The new movie will be led by

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00:00:55

Paramount+ Developing ‘Galaxy Quest’ TV Series

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2023/04/19

Fans of the cult classic comedy film “Galaxy Quest” have reason to rejoice, as Paramount+ and Paramount Television Studios are reportedly in the early stages of developing a television show based on the film. While details are scant, Mark Johnson, who produced the original movie, is already attached as an executive producer. This isn’t the first time “Galaxy Quest” has been eyed for a TV adaptation. Amazon previously attempted to bring the show to life, with plans to reunite the film’s original

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00:00:42

Superman and Bowser

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2023/04/19

James Gunn has shared an update on the progress of his upcoming DC Universe film, Superman: Legacy, to celebrate Superman’s Anniversary. The writer-director took to Twitter to share the first look at his script for the movie, which marks the DC Universe’s first blockbuster. While details about the narrative and casting are still scarce, Gunn has confirmed that DC Studios has not yet found an actor to play Clark Kent, but the performer must be able to play a younger version of the Kryptonian. Fans

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00:00:47

Niantic and Capcom Announce “Monster Hunter Now”: A...

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2023/04/18

Get ready to take on iconic monsters like the Rathalos and Great Jagras in the real world as Pokemon Go developer Niantic and Capcom team up to release Monster Hunter Now. This real-world action RPG mobile game, set to launch in September 2023 on iOS and Android devices, will allow you and your friends to battle monsters with your favorite weapons as you walk around your neighborhood. The game will be accessible to newcomers and veterans alike, with a closed beta set to begin on April 25. Players

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00:00:37

Knuckles Series Starts Filming

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2023/04/17

The live-action "Knuckles" series starring Idris Elba has finally assembled its cast, according to Variety. Alongside Elba, Adam Pally is set to star as Wade Whipple, reprising his role from the "Sonic the Hedgehog" film franchise. The series takes place between the events of "Sonic the Hedgehog 2" and "Sonic the Hedgehog 3," and will feature Knuckles training Wade as his protégé. Edi Patterson, Julian Barratt, Scott Mescudi, and Ellie Taylor will also recur

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00:00:58

Amazon Studios Identifies Dozen MGM Titles for Film...

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2023/04/15

Amazon’s $8.5 billion acquisition of MGM, one of Hollywood’s most storied studios, in March 2022 was largely driven by MGM’s extensive film and TV catalog, which spans nearly a century. Since the acquisition, Amazon Studios has been sifting through MGM’s library to identify initial titles for film and TV development. Some of the titles that have been identified include Robocop, Stargate, Legally Blonde, Fame, Barbershop, The Magnificent Seven, Pink Panther, and The Thomas Crown Affair. Each title is

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00:00:59

Warner Bros. Announces Rebranded Max Streaming...

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2023/04/12

Warner Bros. Discovery has announced that it is dropping the “HBO” part of its streaming service’s name and renaming it “Max” to reflect a mix of new content from Discovery+ and other original series. The company made the announcement during a press event where it revealed a slate of upcoming projects and three new versions of Max. The first two plans will align with existing HBO Max pricing, and the third, “Max Ultimate,” will expand to up to four streams and include 4K content. The Max Ultimate

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00:00:59

Lofi Girl, QuakeCon, and FF16

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2023/04/12

Lofi Girl, a popular YouTube channel known for its relaxing music stream, recently introduced a new friend and a new stream, which fans are calling “Synthwave Boy.” The mystery began when Lofi Girl’s Twitter account teased something outside her window, leading fans to a distant building that blinked Morse code directing people to a non-existent website. Lofi Girl and her cat later vanished, sending fans into a frenzy until a new stream cropped up on the same channel, leading up to the reveal of

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00:00:56

The Orange Lightsabers in Ahsoka

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2023/04/12

The Ahsoka series trailer at Star Wars Celebration Europe generated buzz, with fans debating whether the lightsabers wielded by new villains Baylan Skoll and Shin Hati were orange or red. Creator Dave Filoni confirmed they are orange but a unique shade, indicating a complex arc for these characters beyond their initial villainous appearance. The orange lightsabers may suggest a different method of connecting to the Force than the Jedi or Sith, exploring the gray areas of the Force. The Ahsoka series

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00:00:59

First Trailer for 'The Marvels'

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2023/04/11

Marvel fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming Captain Marvel sequel, The Marvels, which promises to bring new allies to Brie Larson’s Carol Danvers, a.k.a. Captain Marvel. In the film, Carol has taken revenge on the tyrannical Kree and reclaimed her identity, but she soon finds herself facing unintended consequences and a destabilized universe. Together with Ms. Marvel’s Iman Vellani and WandaVision’s Teyonah Parris, who play Kamala Khan and Captain Monica Rambeau, respectively, Carol must

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00:00:52

Star Wars News And Mario Breaks the Box Office

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2023/04/11

The highly-anticipated animated adventure film based on the iconic video game franchise has exceeded all box office expectations, grossing $204.6 million in the domestic market and $377 million globally during its debut weekend over Easter. Director James Mangold, known for his work on Logan and Indiana Jones 5, has confirmed that he is writing the script for DC’s Swamp Thing. Fans of the Star Wars animated show, The Bad Batch, can rejoice at the news that the show has been officially renewed

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00:00:59

Star Wars Celebration 2023

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2023/04/07

Check out these fantastic Star Wars Celebration 2023 announcements! New Ahsoka TrailerThe official trailer for Star Wars: Ahsoka was released during Star Wars Celebration, confirming that the series will be released on Disney+ in August 2023. The trailer teased the return of characters from Star Wars: Rebels, including Hera Syndulla, Sabine Wren, and Chopper, as well as a first glimpse of live-action Grand Admiral Thrawn. Actress Rosario Dawson hinted at the possibility of a second season if the

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00:00:59

Harry Potter Series Gaining Momentum

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2023/04/06

After years of speculation, it appears that a Harry Potter TV series for HBO Max is finally gaining momentum. According to Deadline, Warner Bros is in talks with author JK Rowling to join the project as a producer, with creative control over any exploitation of her work. The idea is for each season of the series to focus on one book in the Harry Potter book series, which consists of seven novels. Once Rowling comes on board, the project, which is in its nascent stages, is expected to look for a

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