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Join Steve "Megatron" and TFG1Mike weekly on Altered Geek as they debate the latest in tech, streaming TV, blockbuster movies, video games, and animation. A classic, conversational geek podcast filled with sharp banter, product reviews, and pop culture commentary. Get Altered, Get Geeky!

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Ain't life great... or is it just getting weirder by the minute? In Episode 478 of Altered Geek, host Steve "Megatron" and TFG1Mike dive into a week packed with tech shakeups, viral rage-baiting, and major pop-culture renewals!

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When the tools you rely on actively fight your workflow, it’s time to light up the mic and call it out! In Episode 477 of Altered Geek, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike discuss podcast hosting platforms, breaking down the transition away f... more

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Episode 476 of Altered Geek delivers a forward-looking deep dive into the changing tech and entertainment landscape. Hosts Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike react to shocking industry reports projecting Microsoft's next-generation Xbox hardware ... more

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We are officially twenty-five episodes away from the big 500 milestone! In Episode 475, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike kick off the march to 500 with a wild week of tech disruption, media shifts, and pop-culture retrospectives. First, we... more

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Vincent Ryland
Author of Memoirs of the End, former attorney and corporate strategist
Memoirs of the End
Episode: AI Dystopia, Corporate Mergers & "Memoirs of the End" with Author Vincent Ryland
Pat Fraley
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Episode: D23 Marvel Updates, Columbia House Closure, and Stuart Fails to
Steve Blum
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Episode: SDCC 2026 - Hall H Hijinks, Toys Rundown, and Pre-Order Fatigue
Tom Bergeron
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Episode: GameStop's eBay Bid, iHeartMedia and SiriusXM Merger, QR Code Verification, and the Netflix Look in Modern Movies
David Kay
Voice actor known for his work in animated series and video games
Episode: Streaming Wars, Old Movies, & Star Trek Legacy
Haley Joel Osment
Actor known for roles in various films
Episode: SDCC 2025 Wrap-Up & Happy Gilmore 2 (Spoilers)
Captain Ruggels
Came on to discuss his insights on the Deadpool and Wolverine films.
Episode: Reviewing Deadpool and Wolverine with Captain Ruggels Gaming

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Steve Megatron
Host of Altered Geek, with extensive involvement in geek culture discourse and tech/media analysis
TFG1 Mike
Host of Altered Geek, known for tech and entertainment discussions with a laid-back banter style

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Loving the New Format

    I listen to this awhile back but got away from it from some time. Not sure why but got the interested to check it out again and was suprised by some of the changes. I'm liking it even more now and tends to be on the top of my go to pile for podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ForceWithMe66
    United States9 years ago
  • Great Podcast!

    Very imformative about the subjects that I care about. Steven really carries the show and is very entertaining while doing it. Have a listen and you will enjoy it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blackout and Shout
    United States9 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    Fun podcast that is great if you want to get caught up on geek stories going on around the world of pop culture.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Radical Watcher
    United States9 years ago
  • I am Altered

    One of the few one person shows I can listen too. Do enjoy when other guests are on as well. High recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eric Hutch08
    United States10 years ago
  • Get Altered, Geek Geeky

    A podcast full of random topics I love to listen to each week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MovieRevolt
    United States12 years ago

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AI Dystopia, Corporate Mergers & "Memoirs of the End" with Author Vincent Ryland
Q: Which viewpoint in the book did you find the most compelling to write and why?
Ryland notes that Maxwell, a MIT physicist, was especially fun to write because his shift from scientific optimism to philosophical reflection mirrors the book's exploration of knowledge, power, and belief.

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What is Altered Geek ® about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two longtime hosts share a casual, kinetic mix of geek culture, tech, and media industry talk, often riffing on current events, trailers, and iconic franchises. Episodes cover blockbuster announcements from conventions, streaming and theater economics, AI in media, and the evolving landscape of licensing and merchandising, all wrapped in friendly banter and strong personal opinions. The format tends to mix timely news with nostalgic debates and collecting hobby passion, making it appealing to listeners who want both hot takes and a sense of community around pop culture and tech nerdiness. A standout throughline is skepticism of massive universes and consolidation, paired with enthusiasm for self-contained storytelling and classic era nostal... more

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