
The Geek Buddies are Film Critic/Writer/Host John Rocha, Animation EP/Writer Michael Vogel, and Actor/Animation Writer Shannon McClung. Three industry pros and longtime friends giving you their unique perspectives on everything geek in the world of entertainment.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 675 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | TV & Film | |||

On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss Is Nintendo Launching a Super Mario Bros Shared Universe, Scream 7, Stranger Things S5, Wildwood Trailers Talk, their IT: Welcome to Derry Ep 1 Review and a Gu... more
On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss who will be the "big bad" as DC's main villain after James Gunn rules out Darkseid. They also talk Gunn's recent DC updates with the Arkham series and Waller, ... more
On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel discuss the story that Bob Iger squashed a Kylo Ren movie with Adam Driver and directed by Steven Soderbergh. They also talk the plans for new animated series based on the Energon univ... more
On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss the new BIG updates with Avengers Doomsday and Spider-Man Brand New Day, James Gunn clarifies Rick Flag storyline and Blue Beetle confusion, Wicked for Good ov... more
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Rocha continues to be a complete man baby about anything that isn’t his opinion. This man has three great shows and he is poisoning all of them. He’ll say at the end of each show to “let us know what you think, we’d love to hear from you.” What he doesn’t tell you is that if you post anything that opposes what he thinks then he’ll just insult you and tell you to shove things up your ***. Also if you dare defend the people he is insulting then he’ll just block you because he doesn’t like to hear ... more
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Man I still love the geek buddies, simply the best movie/tv/entertainment review podcast out there!
Original review July 2024: Was a fan of John Rocha when he was part of the Collider crew, and just recently rediscovered him again with his geek buddies on this great podcast. They speak intelligently, with great passion, and listening to their podcast is like meeting up for brunch with good friends and having a great time talking about movies and tv and all things geeky. Give ... more
Was a fan of John Rocha when he was part of the Collider crew, and just recently rediscovered him again with his geek buddies on this great podcast. They speak intelligently, with great passion, and listening to their podcast is like meeting up for brunch with good friends and having a great time talking about movies and tv and all things geeky. Give them a listen!!
I am been a fan of the buddies for the very beginning and they are still my go to for everything nerdy.
That commercial intro was awful.
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Pass is a big no no to me.
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This podcast features in-depth conversations among three industry professionals who provide their insights on current trends in movies, television, and all aspects of geek culture. The hosts share passionate reviews and analyses of popular films and shows, often focusing on superhero franchises, animated features, and noteworthy developments in the entertainment industry. Their dynamic chemistry and humor make for engaging discussions that resonate with fans who appreciate knowledgeable, entertaining commentary from seasoned experts. A particularly unique aspect is their ability to navigate both lighthearted topics and serious societal issues present in contemporary storytelling.
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Recent guests on The Geek Buddies include:
1. Amy Adams
2. Aaron Pierre
3. Michael Vogel
4. Eric Rogers
5. Jinkx Monsoon
6. Mae Whitman
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