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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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37:56

Wonder Man Comic Origins

Hops "Geek" News ·

2026/01/26

Join us this week as we dive into the origins of Simon Williams, AKA Wonder Man, ahead of the release of Marvel's 8-episode series on Disney+Linktr.ee/hopsgeeknewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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63:11

Episode 305: Top 3 Disney Movies and Unhinged Moments

Hops "Geek" News ·

2026/01/19

Welcome back!We get into opening segments chatting about our must-reads and what we are watching, as well as some news.We then dive into our top 3 favorite Disney movies and fun facts about them. Lastly, we discuss the most unhinged moments in Disney movies from Bambi to Pinocchio and more. What are your favorites and what are some unhinged moments for you?Follow us on www.nerdinitiative.comFollow us everywhere: linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast:

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34:53

Episode 304: Stranger Things Finale Review

Hops "Geek" News ·

2026/01/12

One last time into the Upside Down, we head as this week we discuss the finale to Netflix's Stranger Things. We discuss what worked and what didn't work for us. Did it land? linktr.ee/hopsgeekknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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33:10

Ep 303: 2026's Most Anticipated Movies and TV

Hops "Geek" News ·

2026/01/05

Happy New Year! We return this week discussing our most anticipated movies and TV shows of 2026! Shrinking, Avengers Doomsday, Supergirl, and more! Discover what makes our list. Don't forget to subscribe and follow: linktr.ee/hopsgeekews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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72:42

Episode 302: Favorite Films and TV Shows of 2025

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/12/29

We kick off this episode talking about Matt's time on the Disney Wish Merry Time Christmas cruise and about the various Disney cruises.We then chat about what comics we have been reading and hit on some news before diving into the main topic.2025 brought about a lot of great movies and shows, and so we discuss our favorites from each, as well as shout out our favorite podcasting moments and comics. What were some of your favorites? Linktr.ee/hopsgeeknewswww.nerdinitiative.com Become a supporter of

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65:01

Ep 301: Christmas at the Theme Parks W/ The Theme...

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/12/22

The Holidays are a magical time of year, and extra magical when you sprinkle in Disney and Universal magic! Our friend Dre AKA The Theme Park Blerd joins us to chat about Disney World, Universal Studios, and Merrytime Disney Cruises this week as we celebrate the Holidays! Follow himeveerywhere @themeparkblerdFollow us: linktr.ee/hopsgeeknewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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92:49

EP 300!! The 2nd Annual Christmas Variety Show!

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/12/15

ICYMI, we held our 2nd annual Christmas Variety Show! Featuring videos from friends that were sent in, false accusations from Megan of Vigilante Vibes Podcast and Nerd Initiative, and featuring me failing at some technology. Kick up your feet and enjoy the Christmas vibes with us!Like, Subscribe, Droop a review, and more at linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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53:42

Creator Spotlight: Austin Basis

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/12/09

Wake up, we have a special creator episode today featuring Austi Basis, who you may know from the show Supernatural as one of the amazing Ghostfacers! He joins us as we discuss his book 'The Kinteix and the Glowing Orb of Gorthon, ' an incredible 200-page graphic novel. It's an incredible tale of 4 middle school kids with disabilities who are students by day & superheroes by night!We then wrap up things by discussing his time filming Supernatural and the web series associated with it! Follow on

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63:01

Ep 299: The Santa Clause 2 w/ Kat!

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/12/08

Welcome back, everyone. This week, our dear friend Kat joins us to discuss the 2002 film The Santa Clause 2! We kick it off with our nerd initiative comic recs before jumping into the film. We recap, discuss fun facts, and give our thoughts on this pillar of Christmas films!Subscribe to Kat's Substack: https://katsnerdythings.substack.com/Follow Kat on Nerd Initiative: https://muckrack.com/kitkatofficSubscribe, like, drop a review, hit the notification button to never miss our episodes:

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37:49

Stranger Things Season 5 Part 1 Review

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/12/04

We head into the Upside Down and discuss the first 4 episodes of Stranger Things season 5. Delightful Derek, Will, Vecna's new workout routine, we talk it all!Don't forget to subscribe, follow, drop a review, and share! linktr.ee/hopsgeeknewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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51:53

Ep298: How The Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/12/01

This week, we are kicking off our Christmas celebrations! We are talking about the comics that we have been reading and reviewing on www.nerdinitiative.com, and then only one piece of news today! We then go into the 25th anniversary of Ron Howard's How the Grinch Stole Christmas, starring Jim Carey and Taylor Momsen. We recap the movie, Matt quotes it way too much, and we go into fun facts! (12min)linktr.ee/hopsgeeknewsBecome a supporter of this podcast:

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20:38

Creator Spotlight: Jon Dexter of Dime Store Detective

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/11/28

We have Jon Dexter back this week to talk about his current campaign for the Supernatural Detective thriller Dime Store Detective Volume 1!Check out the campaign here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dimestoredetective1/dime-store-detective-volume-1 linktr.ee/hopsgeeknewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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88:03

Episode 297: Stranger Things Recap and Season 5 Preview

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/11/24

Let's head into the upside-down this week!We kick it off with our weekly comic reviews, which you can find on www.nerdinitiative.com, and then dive into some news, which is Marvel-dominant this week!Then, for our main topic, we quickly recap Stranger Things seasons 1-3 and then dive into season 4 to refresh your memories, as Netflix is dropping the first part of the final season starting this week on Thanksgiving! Like, subscribe, share, and never miss an episode linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews Don't miss

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19:59

Creator Spotlight Frank Martin of Love and Death on...

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/11/21

Frank Martin joins us once more to discuss his latest Kickstarter campaign,Love and Death on the Dark Side of the Moon! In the near future, the sun is dying, and as scientists race against time, a dangerous child is born.. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gvonstoddard/love-and-death-on-the-dark-side-of-the-moon/?ref=kicktraq linktr.ee/hopsgeeknewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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40:27

Episode 296: Gen V Season 2 Wrap-Up

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/11/17

This week, we are back and talking about Season 2 of Amazon Prime's hit series Gen V! We return to Goldolkin and recap each episode, as well as deliver our thoughts as to how this season played out and how it could impact the final season of The Boys!Like, Subscribe, and Share: linktr.ee/hopsgeeknewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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47:38

Creator Interview: Kenny Porter and Mike Becker

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/11/13

We have a special creator spotlight this week as Kenny Porter and Mike Becker join us to discuss thir upcoming comic from Mad Cave: The New Space Age #1"Disgraced astronaut Mark Mitchell has only ever had one true mission—to find his little brother Joey, who was abducted by aliens from a crop circle when they were little.But when Mark’s hotshot piloting gets him grounded and the last of the public space program defunded, Mark loses his only means of finding Joey out in spaceUntil Mark’s homemade

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41:35

Ep 295: Peacemaker Season 2 Wrap-Up

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/11/10

This week, we are back talking about our weekly comic reads on www.nerdinitiative.com before some quick news.Our main topic is long overdue this week, as we are talking about Peacemaker season 2 where we break down each episode and give our spoiler filled thoughts! linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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70:49

Episode 294: Back to the Future 40th Anniversary!

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/11/03

Welcome back!We kick it off talking about comics such as Absolute Batman Annual and Supernatural.We hit on the news, such as Mike Flannigan's Carrie has wrapped filming, and has Only Murders in the Building overstayed its welcome?Finally, our main topic this week is Back to the Future! (37 min)We recap the film, discuss fun facts, and chat about our thoughts on revisiting this 1985 classic film. Make sure to hit follow and follow us on socials linktr.ee/hopsgeeknewsfind us n

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61:32

Ep 293: The Black Phone & Black Phone 2

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/10/27

We kicked off this week discussing news and comic recs before entering the supernatural world of Black Phone 1 and 2. We recap and discuss Black Phone 1 and then dive into our spoiler filled thoughts on Black Phone 2! (26min)linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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43:50

Creator Interview: Ernie Altbacker and Josh White

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/10/24

Greetings earthlings! Our friend Ernie Altbacker is back along with artist Josh White to discuss issue two of their epic space adventure Area 51 Studios which is live on Kickstarter now!!But wait! Get the Comic at 20% as a Secret Reward: https://QIy2V2.short.gy/y8bOB9 Get BOTH Issue 1 and 2 at 20% Off to catch up: https://QIy2V2.short.gy/YR1S0gFor print comics. And if you leave a comment on the message board and if you write Hops Geek #freestuff, then you'll get some free stuff

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