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Join Steve "Megatron" and TFG1Mike every other week as they'll debate the latest in TV, film, animation, gaming, and tech. It's like your favorite geek conversations brought to your ear holes as a podcast! "Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks"

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Latest Episodes

San Diego Comic-Con 2026 came, saw, and completely obliterated our wallets! In Episode 470, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike breakdown the biggest Hall H moments, massive toy pre-orders, and industry-shifting reveals from SDCC 2026. First,... more

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What happens when the digital servers shut down and your "purchased" movie library suddenly vanishes into thin air? In Episode 469, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike tackle one of the most passionate debates in modern geek culture: Physical... more

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The consolidation of the media landscape just hit a whole new level of crazy! In Episode 467, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike react to the jaw-dropping news that Fox Corp. is acquiring Roku in a massive $22 billion deal. By purchasing the... more

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Is modern streaming officially taking away what you pay for? In Episode 467, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike tackle the recent outrage surrounding Netflix’s ad-supported tier. While the "Standard with Ads" plan saves a few bucks, subscrib... more

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The media landscape is experiencing a massive changing of the guard! In Episode 466, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike tackle a week of historic endings and radical digital beginnings. First, we say a final, bittersweet goodbye to an instit... more

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Is the "cheap night out" officially extinct? In Episode 465, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike confront the arrival of the $50 movie ticket. But the industry shifts don't stop at the box office. We dive into the massive retail and audio rum... more

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The digital landscape is getting messier by the minute! In Episode 464, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike tackle the controversial news that X (formerly Twitter) is handing the keys to your timeline over to Grok. We discuss the implications... more

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Is the golden age of streaming and tech convenience officially hitting a paywall? In Episode 463, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike tackle the latest hit to our wallets: YouTube Premium’s US pricing is going up. We discuss the price hike an... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Blum
Voice actor and guest on the episode opening
Episode: SDCC 2026 - Hall H Hijinks, Toys Rundown, and Pre-Order Fatigue
Tom Bergeron
Guest speaker introduced at start
Episode: The $50 Movie Ticket & The Great Media Merger Mania
David Kay
Voice actor and host
Episode: SDCC 2025 Wrap-Up & Happy Gilmore 2 (Spoilers)
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

Hosts

Steve Megatron Phillips
Host of Altered Geek with ties to Altered Geek / GeekCast Radio; long-running voice in geek culture discussions.
TFG1 Mike
Co-host of Altered Geek; engages in tech, entertainment discussions, and banter with a focus on geek culture.

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 States8 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 States9 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
  • Going Down Hill

    I used to enjoy this podcast for the most part. But over the last month or so it has gone steadily down hill. I feel like I am listening to a phone conversation of two people who are distracted by other things they find more important. The hosts (one of the original ones appeared to leave) try to open conversation but they are not able to construct full ideas very often. Maybe if they were more prepared it would lead to a better podcast. It seems like they just throw ideas out there to see what ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Nathanial Day
    United States12 years ago
  • Get your Geek On

    Another witty banter of Geekness with Steve "Megatron" Phillips, and TFGI Mike. It's like the shuffle option on your MP3 Player. Great conversations, great cast all around. Wonderful addition to the GCRN.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hunnic Outcast
    United States12 years ago
  • Various Topics and Great Discussions

    This show was recommended to me and I quickly found that it was a good recommendation. GCRN provides some great shows that have insightful guests and thoughtful discussions, so it’s no surprise that Altered Geek would be any different. However, Altered Geek is different in that the topics vary. You get a dose of geek culture, comics, movies, TV, tech, and other off-the-cuff topics. You’ll feel like you’re sitting at the table with a couple of friends just having a chat, and you’ll want to join i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ToonMasterTim
    United States13 years ago
  • Great for Geeks

    This podcast just recently started but its been really neat so far. They cover pretty much anything in the geek community. I found I learn more listening to this then most other podcast. What I like is how they cover different topics week to week. They also do a lot of cool things to intereact with fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Geek For Life
    United States13 years ago
  • Rookie of the Year

    This may go down as my favorite new podcast of the year. Its one of the newst ones for Geekcast Radio and quickly went to the top. They talk about anything and everything, which is rare in podcasts. Love the laid back approach.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Luke Cuellar
    United States13 years ago
  • Considered Me Altered

    Altered Geek is one of the newest podcasts to the network, and its what got me back in full force. Tons of cool conversations about a bunch of random topics. I love not knowing what the next episode will bring. They seem to pick out what's interesting and go from there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Platolament
    United States13 years ago
  • Great for all things geek

    Just started listening and this podcast is great for all things geek. Covers s great variety of topics with awesome banter

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Super Film Fan 66
    United States13 years ago

Listeners Say

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Lively banter with strong geek culture insights that fans cite as engaging.
Sponsorship reads feel authentic and relevant to tech and entertainment audiences.
Guests add credibility and fresh perspectives that broaden topic coverage.
Some critique pacing and staying on topic, but fans value the hosts' chemistry.
Listeners appreciate the mix of industry analysis with nostalgia and personal anecdotes.

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Two hosts mix casual banter with deep dives into TV, film, animation, gaming, and tech, often weighing industry shifts like streaming dynamics, theater pricing, mega-mergers, AI use in media, and rights changes. The conversations span nostalgia for classic media, talk of conventions and collecting, and playful debates about future trends, with guests occasionally joining to kick off discussions. The tone stays informal and opinionated, offering listeners a mix of timely industry analysis and fan-focused culture insights, alongside practical sponsor and advertising chatter. Expect varied topics, quick pivots between tech and pop culture, and a willingness to push provocative takes while keeping the conversation approachable for geeks and cas... more

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