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Join Phantastic Geek as we countdown to blastoff for more of The Mandalorian on Disney+, as our weekly episode provide episode recaps, theories, and discussions about larger season arcs.
Phantastic Geek returns with another great Marvel podcast--this time turning your ears towards Hell's Kitchen and the Netflix series Daredevil!
thoughtful, weekly analysis of Marvel's Agents of SHIELD
Thoughtful, intelligent, and timely, the Luke Cage Podcast by Phantastic Geek covers every episode of the Marvel/Netflix series Luke Cage!
The team from Phantastic Geek continues our Marvel Cinematic Universe coverage with in-depth discussion and coverage of Jessica Jones on Netflix.
Each week, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt thoughtfully and intelligently review and discuss the latest episode of the CBS series God Friended Me. Take a listen and join our #GodPodSquad, won't you?
Pete and Matt from PhantasticGeek.com take their continuing adventures to sharing news and reviews about Star Trek: Discovery's third season on CBS All Access and Netflix. Looking for Lower Decks? We've got that too! On this podcast, we also cover Star Trek in general, including breaking news about the Star Trek Universe. We are here every week to analyze, theorize, and share your feedback on PhantasticGeek.com, Facebook.com/PhantasticGeek, and Twitter.com/PhantasticGeek. We podcast each epi ...
Tick tock... Pete and Matt from PhantasticGeek.com talked series news and predictions ahead of the premiere, then covered weekly episodes with analysis, theories, and listener feedback. Join the conversation with Phantastic Geek at Facebook, Twitter, and Gmail. The clock is ticking.
Join PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt weekly for the latest reactions, news, and theories about Marvel's Agent Carter on ABC!
The Marvel Movie Podcast by Phantastic Geek description: Matt and Pete from Phantastic Geek dive deep into each and every Marvel Cinematic Universe movie. It doesn’t matter if you’re an uber fan or a superhero novice, they have every Marvel Studios’ film covered for you.
PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt return to the Star Trek universe, covering the Picard series on CBS All Access and Amazon Prime. Each week, cover the latest episode of the series, along with covering show news and listener theories.
The secret backstory of Agatha leads to a reexamination of the events that shaped Wanda’s life. Matt and Pete reflect with Episode 8 “Previously On.” We thank everyone who supports us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback with us on Twitter, our website, and on Facebook. MP3 Apple Podcasts…
With the recent news of the dismissal of actress Gina Carano from future Lucasfilm productions, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt take a look back and predict the path ahead. MP3 Apple PodcastsBy Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar
Wanda and Vision’s modern family has splintered. Agnes takes the kids off their hands. Monica is ready to re-enter the Hex. Matt and Pete interject with Episode 7, “Breaking the Fourth Wall.” We thank everyone who supports us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback with us on Twitter, our website, and on Facebook. MP3 Apple Podcasts…
Life IS unfair, but not in Westview as All Hallows’ Eve approaches! With Wanda and Vision not on the same page, good thing Uncle P can guide the demon spawn. Or is it? Matt and Pete masquerade with Episode 6, “All-New Halloween Spooktacular!” We thank everyone who supports us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback with us on Twitter, ou…
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier made a big splash at the Super Bowl, and PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt talk about expectations for the series! We thank everyone who supports us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback with us on Twitter, our website, and on Facebook. MP3 Apple Podcasts…
With the recent news of the dismissal of actress Gina Carano from future Lucasfilm productions, PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt take a look back and predict the path ahead. MP3 Apple PodcastsBy Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar
It's been a long wait, but--finally!--The Falcon and the Winter Soldier will arrive on Disney+ next month! PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt break down what we know about the series so far, and ponder about what lies ahead. We thank everyone who supports us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback with us on Twitter, our website, and on …
A full house of family ties expands beneath the surface of Westview. Outside the anomaly, the nature of reality is questioned. But ding dong, who’s that? Matt and Pete answer the door for Episode 5, “On a Very Special Episode.” We thank everyone who supports us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback with us on Twitter, our website, and …
And now for something completely different! Capt. Monica Rambeau attempts unravel the mysteries of Westview with the aid of FBI Agent James E. Woo. Matt and Pete break into in Episode 4, “We Interrupt This Program.” We thank everyone who supports us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback with us on Twitter, our website, and on Facebook.…
Wanda and Vision prepare to add to their bunch in the ’70s. But Geraldine seems to shatter the illusion. Matt and Pete bring you a bundle of joy in Episode 3, “Now in Color.” We thank everyone who supports us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback with us on Twitter, our website, and on Facebook. MP3 Apple Podcasts…
Wanda and Vision try to fit into Westview by participating in a talent show fundraiser. But something is trying to break through from beneath the surface. Matt and Pete chat for the children about WandaVision Episode 2. We thank everyone who supports us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback with us on Twitter, our website, and on Faceb…
Wanda Maximoff and Vision are a regular husband and wife with real questions lurking just beneath the surface of their brand-new idyllic locale. Matt and Pete Yakety Yak about WandaVision Episode 1. We thank everyone who supports us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback with us on Twitter, our website, and on Facebook. MP3 Apple Podcas…
Season 3 of Star Trek: Discovery might be in the books, but that means it's time to take one more look back. What will stick with us as we await more Star Trek? Pete and Matt set a course to fly. Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing PhantasticGeek…
Season 3 of Star Trek: Discovery might be in the books, but that means it's time to take one more look back. What will stick with us as we await more Star Trek? Pete and Matt set a course to fly. Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing PhantasticGeek…
Since we last spoke about WandaVision, we've gotten more information on the number of episodes, what's happening on launch day, and when the season will end. We talk that and more in our final preview. We thank everyone who supports us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback with us on Twitter, our website, and on Facebook. MP3 Apple Pod…
As time ticks away for Saru, Culber and Adira on Su’Kal’s ship, Burnham and crew try to take back Discovery from Osyraa and the Emerald Chain. Matt and Pete admire the season 3 finale, episode 313, “That Hope is You, Part II.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback for Star …
As time ticks away for Saru, Culber and Adira on Su’Kal’s ship, Burnham and crew try to take back Discovery from Osyraa and the Emerald Chain. Matt and Pete admire the season 3 finale, episode 313, “That Hope is You, Part II.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback for Star …
It’s “Die Hard” on the Discovery! As Osyraa ratchets up her gambit against the Federation, Burnham attempts to free her colleagues with some unanticipated allies. Matt and Pete ride episode 312, “There is a Tide…” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback for Star Trek by email…
It’s “Die Hard” on the Discovery! As Osyraa ratchets up her gambit against the Federation, Burnham attempts to free her colleagues with some unanticipated allies. Matt and Pete ride episode 312, “There is a Tide…” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback for Star Trek by email…
As the clock inches towards 2021 and better days, so too do we enter the final stretch before the return of Marvel Studios and the start of WandaVision. Where are our heroes and who will join them? We push through the static to dig deep into all the potential theories ahead of the start of the series. MP3 Apple Podcasts…
The second season of The Mandalorian is now behind us, but Pete and Matt take one look back at a whopper of a second season. Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Facebook, and PhantasticGeek on Gmail. As always, our podcasts are made possible by those who support us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. …
The second season of The Mandalorian is now behind us, but Pete and Matt take one look back at a whopper of a second season. Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Facebook, and PhantasticGeek on Gmail. As always, our podcasts are made possible by those who support us on Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. …
With the very 2020 solution of a theater/streaming hybrid release, how does Wonder Woman 1984 stack up? PhantasticGeek.com's Pete and Matt share a lasso of truth on the film. MP3By Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar
Discovery has found the source of the Burn, but so has Osyraa. An unorthodox away mission for a fragile survivor raises the stakes all around. Matt and Pete anticipate input for episode 311, “Su’Kal.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing Phantasti…
Discovery has found the source of the Burn, but so has Osyraa. An unorthodox away mission for a fragile survivor raises the stakes all around. Matt and Pete anticipate input for episode 311, “Su’Kal.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your feedback for Star Trek by emailing Phantasti…
Tis the season to go to a galaxy far, far away for the fun Lego Star Wars Holiday Special! Enjoy! MP3By Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar
The Mandalorian collects some last vital intel and two more teammates for a high-stakes recovery mission. But could an operation of such importance need to be bailed out by somebody else? Matt and Pete deliver the season 2 finale, Chapter 16, “The Rescue.” Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Face…
The Mandalorian collects some last vital intel and two more teammates for a high-stakes recovery mission. But could an operation of such importance need to be bailed out by somebody else? Matt and Pete deliver the season 2 finale, Chapter 16, “The Rescue.” Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Face…
It’s a Wonderful Mirror Universe as Georgiou looks to rehabilitate her wayward Burnham. Back in reality, an unanticipated assist gets Adira and Stamets into the crashed Kelpien ship’s systems. Matt and Pete spin off an emperor with episode 310, “Terra Firma, Part II.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/Pha…
It’s a Wonderful Mirror Universe as Georgiou looks to rehabilitate her wayward Burnham. Back in reality, an unanticipated assist gets Adira and Stamets into the crashed Kelpien ship’s systems. Matt and Pete spin off an emperor with episode 310, “Terra Firma, Part II.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/Pha…
The Mandalorian recruits old foe Mayfeld from a New Republic prison to locate Moff Gideon’s cruiser. A mission to the secret Imperial mining hub on Morak ensues. Matt and Pete have no doubts about Chapter 15, “The Believer.” Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Facebook, and PhantasticGeek on Gmai…
The Mandalorian recruits old foe Mayfeld from a New Republic prison to locate Moff Gideon’s cruiser. A mission to the secret Imperial mining hub on Morak ensues. Matt and Pete have no doubts about Chapter 15, “The Believer.” Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Facebook, and PhantasticGeek on Gmai…
As Georgiou's condition continues to deteriorate, Discovery’s computer directs them to a potential cure on the planet of Dannus Five. The mysterious signal emanating from the Verubin Nebula leads to more questions and a connection. Matt and Pete find solid footing on episode 309, “Terra Firma, Part I.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the …
As Georgiou's condition continues to deteriorate, Discovery’s computer directs them to a potential cure on the planet of Dannus Five. The mysterious signal emanating from the Verubin Nebula leads to more questions and a connection. Matt and Pete find solid footing on episode 309, “Terra Firma, Part I.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the …
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With Disney's bevy of announcements from its investor day, Pete and Matt look over the landscape for Marvel movies and TV shows, the future of Star Wars. MP3By Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar
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With Disney's bevy of announcements from its investor day, Pete and Matt look over the landscape for Marvel movies and TV shows, the future of Star Wars. MP3By Matt Lafferty & Pieter Ketelaar
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With Disney's bevy of announcements from its investor day, Pete and Matt look over the landscape for Marvel movies and TV shows, the future of Star Wars. MP3By Matt Lafferty and Pieter Ketelaar
The Mandalorian arrives at Tython in search of the Seeing Stone. A couple of unexpected guests make this Robert Rodriguez-directed episode one for the ages. Matt and Pete are crestfallen about Chapter 14, “The Tragedy.” Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Facebook, and PhantasticGeek on Gmail. As…
The Mandalorian arrives at Tython in search of the Seeing Stone. A couple of unexpected guests make this Robert Rodriguez-directed episode one for the ages. Matt and Pete are crestfallen about Chapter 14, “The Tragedy.” Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Facebook, and PhantasticGeek on Gmail. As…
Book’s homeworld is in trouble with Emerald Chain and Discovery jumps in with orders to observe. Stamets and Adira work to decrypt a distress signal from the source of the Burn. And Ryn the Andorian has a secret to share. Matt and Pete make their way to episode 308, “The Sanctuary.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting …
Book’s homeworld is in trouble with Emerald Chain and Discovery jumps in with orders to observe. Stamets and Adira work to decrypt a distress signal from the source of the Burn. And Ryn the Andorian has a secret to share. Matt and Pete make their way to episode 308, “The Sanctuary.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting …
The Mandalorian sets down on the forest world of Corvus and is recruited to help a magistrate with her foe. One quest ends with the live-action introduction of an iconic character while another begins. Matt and Pete learn from Chapter 13, “The Jedi.” Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Facebook, …
The Mandalorian sets down on the forest world of Corvus and is recruited to help a magistrate with her foe. One quest ends with the live-action introduction of an iconic character while another begins. Matt and Pete learn from Chapter 13, “The Jedi.” Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Facebook, …
With Burnham at a crossroads, Discovery travels to the familiar-yet-different world of Ni’Var for more evidence about the Burn. While they prepare for one mother of a scientific inquiry, Saru taps an acting first officer. Matt and Pete can handle the absolute candor of episode 307, “Unification III.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the po…
With Burnham at a crossroads, Discovery travels to the familiar-yet-different world of Ni’Var for more evidence about the Burn. While they prepare for one mother of a scientific inquiry, Saru taps an acting first officer. Matt and Pete can handle the absolute candor of episode 307, “Unification III.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the po…
As a refit Discovery stands by for Starfleet rapid threat response, Burnham does what she does best and goes rogue with Georgiou. Stamets and Adira find they have more in common than most people. Matt and Pete uncover episode 306, “Scavengers.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your …
The Mandalorian is in need of repairs to the Razor Crest and stops in for the safety of some old friends. But of course they have a job they need his help with. Matt and Pete lay into Chapter 12, “The Siege.” Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Facebook, and PhantasticGeek on Gmail. As always, ou…
The Mandalorian is in need of repairs to the Razor Crest and stops in for the safety of some old friends. But of course they have a job they need his help with. Matt and Pete lay into Chapter 12, “The Siege.” Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Facebook, and PhantasticGeek on Gmail. As always, ou…
As a refit Discovery stands by for Starfleet rapid threat response, Burnham does what she does best and goes rogue with Georgiou. Stamets and Adira find they have more in common than most people. Matt and Pete uncover episode 306, “Scavengers.” Thanks as always to everyone who supports the podcast by visiting Patreon.com/PhantasticGeek. Share your …
The Mandalorian makes good on his bargain to bring a passenger to the estuary moon of Trask in exchange for knowledge of the whereabouts of more of his kind. But who’s that under that bucket?! Matt and Pete rub elbows with Chapter 11, “The Heiress.” Share your thoughts about the Mandalorian by reaching out to Phantastic Geek on Twitter, Facebook, a…