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We’re back with another packed episode of Geektown Radio! This week, Dave is joined by Darryl to chat through what they’ve been watching, including Netflix’s The Thursday Murder Club, the final season of Prime Video’s Upload, James Gunn’s Superman, and FX’s Alien: Earth. We also discuss Countdown, F Marry Kill, and much more, along with the latest TV news, cancellations, renewals, and the highlights of next week’s UK TV.Timestamps:01:20 – Intro & catch-up02:10 – Darryl reviews Countdown (Prime Video)07:00 – Darryl reviews Alien: Earth (FX)13:00 – Darryl on Wednesday Season 2 Part 1 (Netflix)16:40 – Darryl reviews F Marry Kill (Prime Video)19:20 – Dave reviews Superman (DCU film, home release)24:00 – Dave reviews Upload final season (Prime Video)26:30 – Dave reviews The Thursday Murder Club (Netflix film)30:00 – TV News: cancellations & renewals (Motorheads, The Waterfront, Death Valley, more)35:00 – Air date news (Taskmaster S20, Into the Badlands on ITVX, High Potential S2, Fawlty Towers The Play, Bi

This episode of the Geektown Behind The Scenes podcast takes us into the world of Apple TV+’s Emmy-nominated comedy 'The Studio', with supervising sound editor and sound designer George Haddad.Created by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, The Studio has quickly become one of Apple’s biggest comedy hits, renewed for a second season and breaking records with 23 Emmy nominations, the most ever for a freshman comedy. The series stars Rogen as Matt Remick, the panicked new boss of Continental Studios, alongside Catherine O’Hara, Kathryn Hahn, Ike Barinholtz, and Chase Sui Wonders, with cameos from some of Hollywood’s biggest names.George discusses how his love of sound began with Star Wars, what it takes to wrangle the wall-to-wall dialogue of The Studio, and how comedy demands a very different sound approach compared to drama. He also shares stories from sneaking around Warner Bros. with a microphone, the Golden Globes episode, and his past work on shows like Gotham and Taylor Sheridan’s Landman.Time Stamps (approx.):

Dave is joined by Domingos for another chaotic buffet of TV, film and streaming chat. Expect assassins, politicians, medieval monarchs, body-swapping mums and one very busy Tom Cruise.Timestamps00:01 – Intro Dave and Domingos reunite after the summer break. Spoiler: they’ve been watching a lot of telly.00:03 – The Assassin (Prime Video) Keeley Hawes retires to Greece but accidentally signs up for the Jason Bourne lifestyle package. Freddie Highmore joins in for some awkward mother-son bonding, with explosions.00:08 – Hostage (Netflix) Suranne Jones runs the country, Julie Delpy runs France, and both of them run out of patience when kidnappers get involved. Political drama with actual bombs instead of just metaphorical ones.00:12 – Freakier Friday (Disney) Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan are back, dragging daughters and a granddaughter into magical body-swap mayhem. Features more heart than expected and, most importantly, Manny Jacinto dancing.00:17 – Wednesday (Netflix) Jenna Ortega returns, joined by Joan

We’re back with Geektown Radio 469! Dave is joined by Matt to review new shows 'Alien: Earth' and 'Butterfly', chat about the final season of 'The Handmaid’s Tale', and dive into Paramount+’s post-merger strategy. Plus the latest TV news and UK air date highlights.Timestamps:01:16 – Intro chat01:45 – Review: 'Foundation' (latest season)07:15 – Review: 'The Handmaid’s Tale' Final Season11:55 – Review: 'Alien: Earth' (new series)17:10 – Review: 'Butterfly' (new series)20:10 – What else we’ve been watching, 'Scandal', 'Dexter: Resurrection', 'Outlander: Blood of My Blood'23:30 – TV News begins, cancellations and renewals35:00 – The Big Industry Story, Paramount+ post-merger plans52:00 – Other TV news, Channel 4 comedy slate, 'Highlander' remake57:15 – UK Air Date Highlights, 'MudTown', 'Hostage', 'Invasion', 'Peacemaker', 'Stargirl', 'King & Conqueror', 'Upload'01:03:00 – Outro & where to find us onlineListen now for reviews, news, and your weekly fix of TV, film, and geeky goodness!Support this show htt

Welcome to a new episode of the Geektown Behind The Scenes podcast! This time, we’re diving into the award-winning comedy-drama 'Hacks', joined by the show’s production designer Rob Tokarz.Rob takes us behind the curtain of creating the visual world of Deborah Vance — from filming in Singapore and building a full-scale late-night TV studio, to modular office spaces, wild Vegas sparkle, and a pool constructed for just two shots. We also discuss the devastating Altadena wildfires, how LA became a character in the show, and Rob’s dream of designing for 'The Last of Us'.If you’re a fan of Hacks, production design, or just love hearing how TV magic is made, this is an episode not to miss.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Intro 01:10 – Rob’s journey into production design 04:10 – Joining Hacks in season 2 and becoming lead designer 06:00 – Designing and filming in Singapore 09:40 – Building Deborah’s late-night TV set 13:20 – Hidden Easter eggs and references in the talk show design 15:30 – The Altadena wildfires and the loss

Gray returns this week after a three-month break, joining Dave for a bumper catch-up of TV, film, and entertainment news. Expect reviews of Apple TV+’s heartwarming golf dramedy 'Stick', BBC’s interactive travel game show 'Destination X', the explosive 'Twisted Metal' Season 2 on Paramount+, and the Outlander prequel 'Outlander: Blood of My Blood' on MGM+.We also cover Marvel’s 'Fantastic Four', The Bear Season 4, Bookish, Foundation, Ghosts US, Scandal, and the sadly cancelled 99 to Beat, plus the week’s biggest TV news and what’s coming soon to UK screens.⏱ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & catch-up with Gray 06:31 – 'Stick' (Apple TV+) review 08:51 – 'Destination X' (BBC) review 11:09 – 'Twisted Metal' Season 2 (Paramount+) review 14:24 – 'Outlander: Blood of My Blood' (MGM+) review 18:00 – Gray’s other watches: 'Fantastic Four', The Bear S4, Bookish 22:42 – Dave’s other watches: Foundation, Ghosts US, Scandal, 99 to Beat 30:04 – TV news: Paramount–Skydance merger, Disney+ Hulu rebrand, renewals, cancellatio

This week on Geektown Radio, Dave is joined by Darryl for a packed episode covering the latest in TV, film, and streaming.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro & Catch-up02:00 – Review: ‘Superman’ (James Gunn’s reboot of DC’s Man of Steel)12:30 – Review: ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ (Marvel’s First Family joins the MCU)22:00 – Review: ‘Countdown’ (Jensen Ackles leads Prime Video’s covert task force thriller)31:30 – Review: ‘Chief of War’ (Jason Momoa’s Hawaiian historical drama on Apple TV+)40:30 – Quick Takes: K-Pop Demon Hunters, We Were Liars, Fire Country, Scandal54:00 – TV & Film News:Cancellations: FUBARRenewals: The Gilded Age, UntamedLine of Duty’s possible returnSteven Knight to write the next James Bond, directed by Denis Villeneuve1:12:00 – UK Premiere Dates & Highlights: Wednesday S2, Outlander: Blood of My Blood, Resident Alien S4, Ridley S2, and the FBI franchise.1:20:00 – Wrap-up & Where to Find UsEpisode Highlights: We review:‘Superman’ – James Gunn’s bold, hopeful reboot.‘Fantastic Four:

We’re back from our summer break with a jam-packed episode of Geektown Radio! In Episode 466, I’m joined by Matt as we dive into ‘Foundation’, ‘Dexter: Resurrection’, James Gunn’s ‘Creature Commandos’, and all the biggest news and surprises from San Diego Comic-Con 2025.We also catch up on a pile of TV we’ve been watching, cover all the latest renewals and cancellations, and look ahead at what’s coming up in the next week on UK TV.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro & Catch-Up: Back from summer break, and yes… Matt immediately drags us into football talk.06:15 – What We’ve Been Watching:Star Trek: Strange New Worlds – Holodeck murder mysteries and serious Trek vibes.Foundation – A massive time jump, a “hipster emperor” Day, and season thoughts so far.Dexter: Resurrection – How is Dexter alive? Big cameos, a new setting, and early verdicts.Ballard – Maggie Q takes the lead in the latest Bosch spinoff.Creature Commandos – James Gunn brings monsters, chaos, and DCU setup.Bookish – Mark Gatiss goes full post-war Sherloc

In this episode of the Geektown Behind The Scenes podcast, we’re stepping inside The Institute — the dark and gripping new MGM+ series adapted from the novel by Stephen King, which premieres on Sunday, 13th July 2025.The eight-part thriller follows 12-year-old genius Luke Ellis (played by Joe Freeman), who is kidnapped and wakes up in a sinister facility full of children with psychic powers. Meanwhile, Ben Barnes plays Tim Jamieson, a former cop trying to start over in a nearby town — until fate puts him on a collision course with Luke’s fight for survival.Joining host Dave Elliott are some of the incredible talent behind the show:

We’re back with Matt in the co-host seat for our final episode before a short summer break, and it’s a packed one! From rage-infected zombies to the return of Trek, chaotic celebrity football matches to sci-fi gaming gems, there’s loads to cover.

We're back with another episode of Geektown Radio! This week, Dave is joined by Domingos to review the latest in TV and film, spotlight some exciting new projects, and round up the latest renewals, cancellations, and UK premiere news.

Welcome back to Geektown Radio! This week, I’m joined by Darryl from hollywoodnorthnews.net to dive into our latest TV and film obsessions, including chaotic blockbusters, anime adaptations, horror throwbacks, and a jaw-dropping Doctor Who finale twist. Plus, we round up the biggest UK & US TV news, from major renewals to wizarding world castings and a beloved sitcom’s comeback as a novel!

This week’s episode of the Geektown Radio podcast is a special one — recorded in the aftermath of MCM Comic Con London! Host Dave returns from the convention floor to share interviews, panel clips, and behind-the-scenes highlights from the weekend.

In this episode of the Geektown Behind The Scenes podcast, we're heading into the world of Gilead to explore the incredible sound design of The Handmaid’s Tale, now airing its sixth and final season on Channel 4 & Prime Video in the UK, and Hulu in the US.Host Dave Elliott is joined by David McCallum, supervising sound editor specialising in dialogue and ADR, and Brennan Mercer, sound designer and sound effects editor. Together, they reveal how the sound of The Handmaid’s Tale is crafted — from the oppressive quiet of Gilead to the chaos of refugee trains.We talk about:How ADR and sound effects shape character and emotionElisabeth Moss’s passion for sound as a directorCreating motifs like the "Gilead theme" with tape delayThe intense work behind the infamous “milk train” sceneWhy subtle sound design can be more powerful than big effectsWhether you're into sound design, filmmaking, or just love The Handmaid’s Tale, this is a fascinating deep dive into one of TV’s most uniquely crafted soundscapes.

Hosted by: Dave ElliottCo-host: Gray PantonIn this packed episode of Geektown Radio, we dissect the carnage of US TV Bloodbath Week, chat about the best (and worst) of recent TV, discuss the surprise BAFTA wins and snubs, and Dave shares his hands-on experience with Apple’s ultra-premium Vision Pro headset.⏱️ Episode Timestamps:00:00 – Intro Welcome to Episode 460! Gray is back and we kick off with birthday catch-ups and life updates.03:10 – What We've Been Watching: TV Reviews & ReactionsPoker Face Season 2 (Sky/Now)YOU Season 5 (Netflix)I, Jack Wright (Now/Alibi)The Studio (Apple TV+)Black Mirror Season 7 (Netflix)Doctor Who (BBC/Disney+)Race Across the World (BBC)The Genius Game (ITV)MobLand (Sky)Grace & Beyond Paradise (ITV/BBC)Hacks, Tracker, Bosch, 9-1-1, Dr. Odyssey30:45 – BAFTA TV Awards 2024 RecapJessica Gunning’s sixth win for Baby ReindeerBlue Lights, Mr Loverman, Would I Lie to You?Danny Dyer wins for Mr Bigstuff?!Joe Lycett’s surprise victory over Ant & DecThe Traitors snub shock39:00

To celebrate Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel joining ITVX in the UK, this week’s Geektown Behind The Scenes podcast features a very special guest — Spike himself, James Marsters!In this candid and wide-ranging interview, James reflects on the enduring legacy of Buffy, the emotional toll of playing Spike, and the joy of returning to the role for Audible’s Slayers. He also talks about the infamous musical episode, teases involvement in the Buffy reboot, and shares the story of how he almost joined Star Trek — until a case of fanboy nerves got in the way.Whether you're a longtime Buffy fan or just discovering it for the first time on ITVX, this is a must-listen.00:00 – Welcome & Introduction00:30 – Why Buffy Still Resonates Today02:00 – The Personal Toll of Writing Buffy03:15 – The Early Days: Getting Cast as Spike04:30 – From Temporary Villain to Series Icon06:00 – The Emotional Arc of Spike08:00 – The Accent Struggles09:00 – When Acting Gets Too Real10:00 – Favourite Episode: “The Body”11:00 – The Music

In this episode of Geektown Radio, host Dave and co-host Domingos discuss several recent releases, including 'Thunderbolts', where a group of mercenaries faces a conspiracy surrounding a superhuman program, and 'Another Simple Favor', a sequel to the 2018 film featuring Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively. They also review 'MobLand', a gritty British crime series starring Tom Hardy and Pierce Brosnan, and 'Havoc', an action-packed movie with Tom Hardy and Forest Whitaker. Additionally, Domingos covers 'Ash', a sci-fi horror film directed by Flying Lotus. Dave shares his recent viewing of the fifth season of 'Bosch' and provides an update on the final season of 'The Handmaid's Tale'. They also discuss the latest Star Wars animated series, 'Tales of the Underworld'. The episode concludes with discussions on recent TV renewals, cancellations, and upcoming releases.00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome00:15 Thunderbolts Movie Review04:36 A Simple Favour Sequel Discussion07:44 MobLand Series Overview1

Host Dave is joined by Darryl for a packed episode covering the latest TV, movies, and entertainment news!In this episode:

In this episode, Dave engages in an enlightening conversation with Michael Shaw, the production designer responsible for designing the sets of the new 'Daredevil: Born Again' series. Michael shares their unconventional journey into the industry, starting as a painter and sculptor before transitioning to production design. They discuss the unique challenges and creative decisions behind designing the sets for Daredevil, emphasising the aim to blend homage to the past with new, grounded elements. The series was specifically shot in New York to capture its authentic energy, posing logistical challenges but enhancing the production value. The guest also delves into the intricate details of designing sets that reflect character narratives, including Matt Murdoch's visually immersive apartment and Wilson Fisk's uncomfortable new environments. They wrap up by sharing insights on other projects like 'Billions' and 'Orange Is the New Black,' their newfound appreciation for the superhero genre, and their current work o