2 Geeks and a Microphone

#290 - Welcome to Hell, Hazbin Hotel Review & Rant!

Michael and Megan check in to the afterlife's most chaotic luxury resort! On this episode, the geeks dive into Vivienne Medrano's Hazbin Hotel. We're talking favorite songs, the A24 production, and whether Charlie Morningstar can really redeem a demon. Get ready for a passionate review, a little rant, and a whole lotta Alastor love!
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Creator's Corner:The Mind Behind the Murdery: Geoffrey Wright on Prime Numbers

This week, Mike and Stephen are thrilled to chat with writer and podcast co-host Geoffrey Wright of the Nerdery and Murdery podcast. The three of us get into the nuts and bolts of Geoffrey's brand new novel, Prime Numbers, which hits stores tomorrow, Friday, September 26. We will discuss his creative process, what it was like to bring his unique blend of cyberpunk and magic to life, and the journey from tabletop RPGs to a published book. Join us for an inspiring conversation about turning a creative idea into a published work!
 
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#289 - The Long Halloween: A Batman Day Celebration

Welcome back to the show! Get ready for a thrilling Batman Day episode as we celebrate the World's Greatest Detective with a deep dive into Batman: The Long Halloween. Mike and Stephen are breaking down the new DC High Volume version of this legendary story. We'll cover it all, from the voice cast to the gripping mystery of a killer who strikes on holidays.
We'll also be making a special correction in this episode regarding the creative team behind this iconic comic. While discussing the legacy of The Long Halloween, we mistakenly stated that writer Jeph Loeb had passed away. We want to correct that and honor the memory of the true legend we lost: the immensely talented artist Tim Sale, who passed away in 2022. Jeph Loeb is very much alive and continuing his work.

Creators Corner: Wednesday Visuals and Beyond with Mark Anthony Austin

Join us for a special Creator's Corner episode with special guest Mark Anthony Austin, the talented visualization artist who helped bring the dark and stylized world of Netflix's Wednesday to life!
Mark will take us behind the scenes, revealing how his pre-visualization and animation work shaped the series' iconic look and feel. We'll also dive into his impressive career, from working on classic films like Dinosaur and Treasure Planet to his famous, uncredited role as Boba Fett in the 1997 Special Edition of Star Wars: A New Hope.
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#288 - What's Haunting Wednesday? A Season 2 Breakdown

The mystery of the Hyde has been solved, but Nevermore's dark secrets are far from over. Mike and Stephen of 2 Geeks and a Microphone return to the macabre world of Wednesday to discuss the new threats, supernatural twists, and character arcs of season 2. Get the full rundown on what new nightmare Wednesday Addams is facing.
 
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#287 -The Folly of the Gods

The gods must be crazy! This week on 2 Geeks and a Microphone, Stephen and Mike don't hold back as they dissect the 2016 film Gods of Egypt. We'll explore the film's questionable creative choices, its over-the-top action sequences, and its place in the pantheon of big-budget flops. Did the gods deserve this fate, or was it a tragedy of epic proportions? Want a legendary beard like a true geek?
 
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#286 -The King's Reign Continues! | Tulsa King Season 2 Review with Jacob Ruchser!

He's back, and so is our favorite wise guy! Mike and Stephen of 2 Geeks and a Microphone are thrilled to be joined once again by special guest Jacob Ruchser, creator of the acclaimed comic book Cosa Nostra's Comrade, to break down the second season of Tulsa King! The mob's presence in Oklahoma just got bigger, and so have the stakes. We're diving deep into Dwight Manfredi's new challenges, the shifting loyalties, and the surprising twists of Season 2. Does the series maintain its perfect blend of gritty crime and fish-out-of-water comedy? And how does this season's mob dynamics compare to the crime stories Jacob tells in his own comic? Tune in for our full review and wise guy verdict!
 
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#285 -What If Oz Was a Western? with Guest Tom Hutchison

Step into the gritty, dusty world of the "Wicked West" as we chat with Big Dog Ink founder and creator Tom Hutchison! Mike and Stephen sit down with Tom to discuss his epic series, "The Legend of Oz: The Wicked West," and how he reinvented the classic characters of Oz for a Wild West adventure. We'll be talking about the inspiration behind the story, his journey as an independent publisher, and the highly anticipated omnibus edition of the series!
 
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