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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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37:49

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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49:46

Ep 292: Leprechaun Review

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/10/20

Welcome back, friends! We kick things off with our usual comic recommendations for www.nerdinitiative.com and then follow up with some news! Our main topic this week is discussing the 1993 film starring Jennifer Anniston and Warwick Davis, Leprechaun! We discuss our thoughts on the film, as well as fun facts behind the scenes, and all in between. (24 min) linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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65:27

Ep 291: House of Wax (2005)

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/10/13

Happy October! We continue this month of horror films by taking a look back 20 years ago to revisit the film House of Wax! The stacked cast included Paris Hilton, Chad Michael Murray, and Jared Padalecki! We chat about the film and fun facts. We kick off the show discussing our comic reviews and news.Find our reviews on www.nerdinitiative.comlinktr.ee/hopsgeeknewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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48:10

Ep 290: Troll (1986)

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/10/06

We kick it off with our comic reviews and what we have been watching.News and then we discuss the 1986 film Troll. "A wicked troll king in search of a mystical ring that will transform him to human form invades a San Francisco apartment complex where a powerful witch lives."This movie is certainly something!Follow us everywhere: linktr.ee/hopsgeeknewsall comic reviews www.nerdinitiative.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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48:26

Ep 289: Screamboat Review!

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/09/29

To kick off our spooky season 2025 Matt decided he was reviewing every comic released last week such as: Absolute Wonder Woman 12, Mr. Terrific Year One 5, Godzilla Destroys the Marvel Universe 3, Escape 2, Spider-Man and Wolverine 5, Immortal Legend Batman 2, Hyde Street 9, The Thing 5, New History of the DC Universe 3, Street Sharks 1, and The Invisible Man 2Lauren discusses Hornsby and Halo, Archie vs Minor Threats, and Quick Stops.We touch on some news and then get to our main topic!This week we

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33:45

Marvel Zombies Spoiler Review

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/09/26

The four-episode series Marvel Zombies is out now on Disney+, and we watched it and are here to deliver our ghoulish thoughts! Come join us as we discuss the four episodes full of spoilers, so you have been warned!Like, Subscribe, Share, and drop a review! linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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60:24

Episode 288: Marvel Zombies

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/09/22

Welcome back!We kick off this weeks episode by talking about our comicbook readsBatman and Deadpool 1Krypto the Last Dog of Krypton 4Predator Kills the Marvel Universe 2 Marvel Zombies Red Band 1 Absolute Flash 7Deadpool and WolverineLauren chats about Gen V, Daryl Dixon, and we chat Peacemaker episode 5 before hitting up some news. Game of Thrones, Daredevil Born Again, Anaconda, and MORE! MainTopic (27 min) this week we discuss Marvel's Zombies. Starting with Robert Kirkmans run, the Marvel Zobies

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26:09

Batman Day: ABSOLUTE BATMAN

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/09/20

Happy Batman Day! We gather around to discuss the DC Comics run of Absolute Batman, all 12 issues of which are currently available in this ongoing series from Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Frank Martin, and Clayton Cowles.Spoilers ahead!Check out our reviews on www.nerdinitiative.com and our LinkedIn page.ee/hopsgeeknews make sure to subscribe and follow!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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59:20

Episode 287: Gen V Season 1 Recap

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/09/15

Get ready with us as Gen V season 2 is set to kick off! We recap the first season and bring you up to speed, refreshing your memory! (16 min)We kick off the show by discussing our comic reviews, which can be found on www.nerdinitiative.com, and then dive into some news! follow us everywhere: linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support.

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58:12

Supernatural Trivia Showdown!

Hops "Geek" News ·

2025/09/13

Help us celebrate the 20th anniversary of Sam and Dean Winchester gracing our screens with a battle of wits between Matt and Kat, hosted by Supernatural expert Lauren.It gets ugly, and by ugly, maybe we should have chosen better contestants. Anyways, listen now!!Follow Kat's substack: https://katsnerdythings.substack.com/p/fun-timesFind all of our comic reviews on www.nerdinitiative.comFollow us: linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast:

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