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Altered Geek ®

GeekCast Radio Network, LLC

Join Steve "Megatron" and TFG1Mike every other week as they"ll debate the latest in TV, film, animation, gaming, and tech. It"s like your favorite geek conversations brought to your ear holes as a podcast! "Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks"

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83:59

Studio Upgrades, Vizio-Walmart Trap & Why The...

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2026/04/10

In this episode of Altered Geek, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike dive into the shifting sands of the tech and entertainment world. First, Steve catches us up on his massive Studio Desk Upgrade—because every geek needs a command center that actually fits the mission.In the news, we discuss the "Walmart-ification" of your living room as Vizio TVs prepare to require Walmart accounts just to function. We also look at the massive geographic shift for J.J. Abrams, as Bad Robot prepares to

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79:49

Starfleet Academy Expelled & Universal’s Theater War

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2026/03/27

The final frontier just got a lot smaller, and the walk to the movie theater just got a lot longer. In Episode 461, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike react to the massive news that Star Trek: Starfleet Academy has been cancelled after only two seasons. With Season 1 barely in the rearview and Season 2 still in post-production, we discuss the "Nielsen math" that doomed the 32nd-century YA series and what this means for the future of Trek under the new Paramount-Skydance regime.Switching

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85:05

The Paramount+ Max Merger & 3D Printer Surveillance

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2026/03/05

The landscape of Geekdom is shifting beneath our feet! In Episode 460, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike break down the massive industry-shaking news that HBO Max and Paramount+ are officially merging into a single streaming titan. We discuss what this means for your wallet and Paramount’s promise to let the HBO brand "operate with independence."We also dive into a serious local and national issue: Colorado’s proposed law that could force surveillance on 3D printers to regulate digital

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48:46

The Death of Ad Blockers & Meta’s AI Resurrection

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2026/02/20

Welcome to another high-octane adventure into Geekdom! In Episode 459, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips is joined by TFG1Mike to tackle a week filled with massive industry shifts and somber goodbyes. We start by honoring the legacies of several legends, including Robert Duvall, and James Van Der Beek, as we reflect on their impact on entertainment and culture.The tech world is on fire this week as we discuss YouTube’s latest war on ad blockers—new hurdles have arrived, and the workarounds are

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56:27

AI Unleashed & Trailer Mania: Remembering Catherine...

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2026/02/05

In this action-packed episode of Altered Geek, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips is joined by the legendary TFG1Mike to navigate the highs and lows of modern Geekdom. We kick things off with a heartfelt tribute to the iconic Catherine O’Hara, reflecting on her incredible legacy and passing.Then, strap in for a massive Trailer Roundup as we break down the first looks at Masters of the Universe, the return of Maul, the next Mario adventure, and the gritty revival of Daredevil. Finally, we dive deep into

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59:23

CES 2026 Recap, Disney+ Vertical Video, & Christmas...

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2026/01/16

Two weeks into the New Year, host Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike dive deep into the biggest stories in Geekdom! This week on Altered Geek, we recap the 7 Biggest News Stories from CES 2026 across TVs, laptops, and weird new gadgets. Plus, we break down the controversial news that DISNEY+ is adding vertical video—WHY?! And finally, join us for "The Christmas Leftovers" segment, where we share what we got and our holiday recaps. Don't miss this adventure into Geekdom! Get Altered, Get Geeky,

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62:32

Netflix/Warner Bros. Deal Shakes Hollywood! Franchise...

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2025/12/19

Dive into a massive Geek News Smorgasboard with Altered Geek host Steve Phillips! We break down the biggest pop culture headlines of the week, including the historic news of the Original Power Rangers (Super Sentai) officially ending after 50 years. Get the scoop on the surprising Gremlins 3 announcement, the cosmic teaser for the new Supergirl DCU movie, and Brendan Fraser's latest comments on his potential return in The Mummy 4. Plus, we cover the mysterious Sonic the Hedgehog Spinoff Movie, the

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61:18

iHeartMedia's Human Guarantee, Black Friday Meh,...

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2025/12/05

Join host Steve Megatron Phillips and guest TFG1Mike on a brand new adventure into Geekdom! This week, we dive into the biggest stories and topics, including a breakdown of iHeartMedia's new "Guaranteed Human" branding and what it means for audio marketing. We also discuss why the Black Friday shopping weekend felt underwhelming, check out the incredible Macfarlane Batman Batcave, and sound off on the frustrating way YouTube handles their YT Collabs feature. You'll get all the essential geek news

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80:51

Streaming Wars, Old Movies, & Star Trek Legacy

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2025/11/11

Dive into the latest geekdom with Steve Megatron Phillips! This week, we explore the surprising shift in streaming, where old movies are becoming major moneymakers for platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and Max. Discover why licensed library titles are generating two-thirds of movie revenue and how streamers are prioritizing classic films over expensive original series. Plus, we tackle the burning question: Do you really want a computer in your mattress? Get all the insights, discussions,

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52:25

Streamer Ads, Instagram Ratings, MTV's End, and...

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2025/10/31

Join Steve Megatron Phillips on Altered Geek as he dives into the latest in Geekdom! This week, we're talking about California's stance on noisy streamer ads, Instagram's new PG-13 rating, the end of an era as MTV shuts down its music channels, and the new "Pause the Feed" feature on YouTube Shorts. Plus, we explore how old movies are becoming streamers' biggest moneymakers. Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks!

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63:46

Amazon's James Bond Debacle, Increased Gaming Costs &...

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2025/10/09

In this week's Altered Geek, join Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike as they dive into the latest geek news! They'll discuss Amazon MGM's controversial decision to remove guns from James Bond art, the rising costs and confusion in the video game market, Emily Blunt's reaction to AI actresses, and Disney+'s plans to integrate Hulu globally. Plus, listener feedback and more! Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks!

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68:50

AI Podcasts, and Warner Bros. Worries

Altered Geek ® ·

2025/09/23

Tune in to Altered Geek Episode 452 as hosts Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike dive deep into the world of AI podcasts, Hollywood's AI intellectual property concerns, and the long-awaited return of Tron! Discover why everyone wants Warner Bros. and what media consolidation means for creators and cinema's future. Get the geeky rundown on top stories and topics, listener feedback, and what's next in the world of Altered Geek. Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks!

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108:45

Super Troopers 3, RDJ's Doom, HasCon Canceled, and...

Altered Geek ® ·

2025/08/26

Dive into this week's Altered Geek as Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike tackle the biggest news in geekdom! Get the scoop on Super Troopers 3 starting production, the 17-year-old Iron Man clue predicting RDJ's return as Doctor Doom (which Steve has pinned as a prediction from July, 2024. Followed by the unexpected Home Improvement and Last Man Standing reunions. We'll also break down the Lego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight trailer, the "bloodletting" in podcast conventions, and the shocking

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87:05

From Pixels to Physical Media – A Geek Odyssey

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2025/08/19

Join Steve Megatron Phillips and TFG1Mike as they navigate the latest in geek news, from the impending Google Pixel 10 and the "Green Screen of Jackets" to the full integration of Hulu into Disney+. They also discuss the return of TJ Hooker, the controversy around Instagram's live location feature, and the shift away from streaming towards physical media due to fatigue. Our featured topic, Seth MacFarlane explains he created The Orville to offer a more balanced perspective in entertainment,

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100:12

SDCC 2025 Wrap-Up & Happy Gilmore 2 (Spoilers)

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2025/07/31

Join Steve "Megatron" and TFG1Mike in this week's Altered Geek as they dive deep into the biggest news and reveals from San Diego Comic-Con 2025! From new Star Trek series and toy announcements to exciting genre mash-ups and the latest in Transformers, they cover it all. Plus, they discuss the highly anticipated and received Happy Gilmore 2 and celebrate the 13th anniversary of Altered Geek! Don't miss out on all the geeky goodness! So Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks!

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82:02

The Slow Death of Late Night – Pop Culture Chat

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2025/07/24

Join us as we dive into the slow death of late-night television, discuss the latest in TMNT comics, and reflect on recent passings in the entertainment world. Plus, a special 13th-anniversary segment featuring Mike Powers! Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks!

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74:15

Fantastically Altered: Social Network 2, Ironheart,...

Altered Geek ® ·

2025/07/03

This week on Altered Geek, join Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike as they dive into the latest in geekdom! Get ready for rumors on The Social Network Part II in the works, early Ironheart reviews, and the shocking Simpsons Season 36 finale. Plus, we'll discuss Tom Cruise, Lilo & Stitch 2, and James Gunn's thoughts on Wonder Woman and The Batman II! TFG1Mike brings his Marvel vs. DC rant, including the Raimi Spider-Man Trilogy re-release and a deep dive into MCU Phases 4 and 5. Get Altered,

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68:53

Password Apocalypse! Night Court Cancelled, Sony...

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2025/06/26

This week on Altered Geek, Steve Megatron and TFG1Mike dive into the shocking news of 16 billion passwords leaked from Apple, Google, Facebook, and more! We also discuss the unexpected end of the Night Court reboot, Sony's rumored acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, Disney+'s "abandonment" of a popular Star Wars show, and a look at upcoming Tom Cruise films. Plus, Happy Gilmore 2 trailer reaction and TFG1Mike's social media rant! Don't miss this jam-packed episode of geeky news and opinions!

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71:04

Diving into Geek Collections, AMC, Batman Forever Cut...

Altered Geek ® ·

2025/06/11

Steve 'Megatron' Phillips and TFG1Mike dive into the latest geek news, including AMC's ads, Batman Forever, and WB Discovery, but most importantly, they discuss geek collections and habits. What are you collecting? Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks!

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86:29

Netflix vs YouTube, Sesame Street on Netflix, & Geek...

Altered Geek ® ·

2025/05/27

Dive into the latest Geekdom with Altered Geek Episode 442! Join host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike as we discuss Netflix’s challenge to YouTube, 'Sesame Street' heading to Netflix, and the return of 'Scrabble' & 'Trivial Pursuit' on The CW. We also cover Bungie’s art plagiarism controversy and the ongoing debate about physical media. Tune in to GeekCast Radio Network (GCRN) for your weekly dose of geek culture! Don't forget to visit the official GCRN online store for Altered Geek and

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