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5D AGO

Geektown Radio: The Year TV Reorganised Itself (2025 Review)

This week, Geektown Radio does something a little different. Instead of our usual round-table discussion, Dave goes solo for a special end-of-year episode, looking back at what kind of year 2025 actually was for television, streaming, and the industry as a whole. This isn’t a “best of” list or a countdown. It’s a reflection on a year where shows moved platforms, franchises returned in strange new forms, cancellations came faster and colder than ever, and streaming finally stopped pretending the money was infinite. Along the way, we talk about: ITVX quietly becoming one of the most useful platforms of the yearThe annual US TV Bloodbath, and why it felt different in 2025How Netflix, Apple TV, Prime Video, and Hulu play by very different rulesWhy franchises don’t end anymore, they just come back wearing a hatWhat video game adaptations finally seem to be getting rightThe shows that proved TV can still be genuinely brilliant And why 2025 was the year the industry stopped expanding and started reorganising itselfWe also wrap up with a look ahead to 2026, a thank you to everyone who listens, reads, and supports Geektown, and a short message for anyone finding this time of year a little heavy. Plus, we tee up our Geekstorians Christmas special — The Hunt for the Star Wars Holiday Special, dropping this week. Geektown Radio will be taking a short break in January, but we’ll be back in February 2026. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/geektown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5d ago

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34 min
02/28/2017

Geektown Radio 103: The Magicians Author Lev Grossman, UK TV News & UK TV Air Date Info!

On the show this week we not only bring you all the latest tv/film news and recommendations for shows to watch next week on tv, but we also dive into the magical world of Lev Grossman's The Magicians, as we chat to the author about the book, and season 2 of the TV series.Lev in a NYC based novelist and journalist, who released his first novel, Warp, in 1997, and his second Codex, in 2004 which became an international bestseller. However, it’s his work on The Magicians, which was published in 2009, that shot him into the stratosphere, becoming a New York Times bestseller and one of the New Yorker's best books of the year.Now, to celebrate the arrival of The Magicians season 2, which is airing Tuesday nights at 9pm on 5Star, we had the chance to get on the phone with Lev for a chat about seeing his written word brought to life on screen. We talk about how things have changed from the page to screen, and how the process was for him.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/geektown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02/28/2017

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1h 15m
DEC 17

Geekstorians Episode 3: VHS vs The Gatekeepers

In the 1980s, a strange new box arrived in our living rooms — the VHS player. It was noisy, chunky, and occasionally tried to eat your favourite film… but it changed everything. In this episode, Dave rewinds through the story of how home video broke the monopoly of the movie studios, terrified censors, and accidentally created the first generation of fan-filmmakers. From Mary Whitehouse’s “Video Nasties” crusade to Kevin Smith maxing out his credit cards to make Clerks, this is the tale of how VHS gave ordinary people the power to choose what they watched — and in doing so, redefined geek culture itself. Listen for: • The forgotten role of a door-to-door video rental van • The panic that birthed Britain’s “Video Nasty” blacklist • How a New Jersey shop clerk became a cult-film icon • Why imperfection made VHS feel alive 🎙️ Written & Presented by Dave Elliott 🔗 More at Geektown.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17

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33 min
DEC 17 · BONUS

Geekstorians Episode 3: VHS vs The Gatekeepers

In the 1980s, a strange new box arrived in our living rooms — the VHS player. It was noisy, chunky, and occasionally tried to eat your favourite film… but it changed everything. In this episode, Dave rewinds through the story of how home video broke the monopoly of the movie studios, terrified censors, and accidentally created the first generation of fan-filmmakers. From Mary Whitehouse’s “Video Nasties” crusade to Kevin Smith maxing out his credit cards to make Clerks, this is the tale of how VHS gave ordinary people the power to choose what they watched — and in doing so, redefined geek culture itself. [MUSIC / SFX from the episode include: 1980s synths, tape whirrs, and the sound of a van full of forbidden treasures.] Listen for: • The forgotten role of a door-to-door video rental van • The panic that birthed Britain’s “Video Nasty” blacklist • How a New Jersey shop clerk became a cult-film icon • Why imperfection made VHS feel alive 🎙️ Written & Presented by Dave Elliott 🔗 More at Geektown.co.uk Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/geektown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17 · Bonus

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33 min
DEC 10 · BONUS

Geekstorians Episode 2: When Comics Grew Up

In Episode 2 of Geekstorians, Dave from Geektown explores how comic books made the leap from pulp entertainment to serious storytelling. The episode traces the long road from the restrictions of the Comics Code and the rise of underground comix to the British invasion of the 1980s and the landmark releases that changed everything. Along the way, it looks at the forces that shaped the medium, from political satire and counterculture to literary ambition and creative risk. The story leads up to the arrival of books like Watchmen, The Dark Knight Returns and Maus, and the legacy that followed in film, television and modern graphic fiction. A thoughtful, accessible deep dive into the moment comics truly grew up, told with the usual mix of research, atmosphere and Geektown warmth. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/geektown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10 · Bonus

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33 min
MAY 9

James Marsters Interview: Buffy, Spike, Slayers & Star Trek Dreams

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 & Introduction 00:30 – Why Buffy Still Resonates Today 02:00 – The Personal Toll of Writing Buffy 03:15 – The Early Days: Getting Cast as Spike 04:30 – From Temporary Villain to Series Icon 06:00 – The Emotional Arc of Spike 08:00 – The Accent Struggles 09:00 – When Acting Gets Too Real 10:00 – Favourite Episode: “The Body” 11:00 – The Musical Episode: Once More, with Feeling 13:00 – Returning for Slayers: A Buffyverse Story 14:30 – Cast Highlights in Slayers 15:30 – The New Buffy Reboot 16:30 – The Message of Buffy Today 17:30 – Dream Role: Star Trek 19:00 – Wrapping Up Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/geektown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 9

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21 min
DEC 16

Geektown Radio 483: Ghost of Yōtei, Rematch, Pluribus & The Game Awards Fallout

Dave is joined by Matt for another packed episode of Geektown Radio, covering new games, returning TV favourites, and one of the biggest nights in the gaming calendar. Matt shares hands-on impressions of Ghost of Yōtei, Sucker Punch’s follow-up to Ghost of Tsushima, and talks about Rematch, the arcade-style football game from the creators of Sifu. Both hosts are still enjoying Vince Gilligan’s slow-burn sci-fi series Pluribus. A major part of the episode is dedicated to The Game Awards, where Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 dominated the night, GTA VI was the inevitable “Most Anticipated” winner, No Man’s Sky continued its redemption arc, and reveals included LEGO Batman, Larian’s new Divinity, James Bond, and multiple Star Wars projects. Dave also catches up on Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2, talks about the return of Fallout for Season 2, and updates listeners on Geekstorians, Geektown Talks To…, and the Geektown Awards. Plus, all the latest TV news, renewals, air dates, and what’s coming to UK screens next week. ⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Intro and what’s coming up 02:05 – Matt on Ghost of Yōtei (early impressions) 08:40 – Rematch and why it feels different from traditional football games 13:55 – Catching up with Pluribus 18:45 – The Game Awards discussion begins 19:30 – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 sweeping the awards 23:40 – How Expedition 33 compares to Baldur’s Gate 3 26:20 – Big games missing out on awards 28:15 – Sports categories and accessibility eyebrow-raisers 30:10 – GTA VI and why everyone is terrified of its release window 32:30 – No Man’s Sky winning Best Ongoing Game 35:00 – Announcements: LEGO Batman, James Bond, Larian’s Divinity 38:40 – Star Wars reveals, including Fate of the Old Republic 43:00 – What wasn’t shown at The Game Awards 45:15 – Dave’s updates: Geekstorians, Geektown Talks To…, Geektown Awards 49:00 – Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 51:30 – Fallout Season 2 return 53:20 – TV news, renewals and air dates 57:40 – Highlights for next week on UK TV 59:20 – Outro and where to find everything Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/geektown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 16

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1h 2m
DEC 10

Geekstorians Episode 2: When Comics Grew Up

In Episode 2 of Geekstorians, Dave from Geektown explores how comic books made the leap from pulp entertainment to serious storytelling. The episode traces the long road from the restrictions of the Comics Code and the rise of underground comix to the British invasion of the 1980s and the landmark releases that changed everything. Along the way, it looks at the forces that shaped the medium, from political satire and counterculture to literary ambition and creative risk. The story leads up to the arrival of books like Watchmen, The Dark Knight Returns and Maus, and the legacy that followed in film, television and modern graphic fiction. A thoughtful, accessible deep dive into the moment comics truly grew up, told with the usual mix of research, atmosphere and Geektown warmth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10

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33 min
04/25/2017

Geektown Radio 111: Logan Makeup & Effects Artist Joel Harlow, UK TV News & UK TV Air Date Info!

On this week's episode of Geektown Radio, we have all the usual tv, game and film chat, plus we talk to our very first make up artist. But he's not any old make up artist... He's the Academy Award winning, makeup and special makeup designer of Logan, Joel Harlow!Joel is one of the most innovative makeup and special makeup artists and designers in film today. His CV is frankly, ridiculous, from aging (and de-aging) Hugh Jackman and shaving Stephen Merchant for Logan, to creating makeup for aliens in the Star Trek movies, to working with Johnny Depp on pretty much all of his more recent films, including the Pirates of the Caribbean movies. He's worked with Spielberg on A.I., Chris Nolan on Inception, The Wachowskis on The Matrix movies, and Ron Howard on The Grinch. He's even worked with Joss Whedon on our beloved Buffy The Vampire Slayer.We got to have a chat with Joel about all of the above, whilst he was in a windy parking lot in Atlanta... Which might not sound all that glamorous, but he was in the...Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/geektown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04/25/2017

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1h 31m
AUG 12

'Outlander: Blood of My Blood', 'Twisted Metal', 'Destination X', 'Stick' Reviews, Plus News, Premieres & More – Geektown Radio 468

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, cancellations, new projects 43:49 – Highlights for the week ahead (Alien: Earth, Butterfly, Brokenwood Mysteries S11) 🎧 Listen now for reviews, news, and all the usual Geektown TV chat. If you want to keep track of this or any other shows, add them via our Never Miss system and you will be notified when they get a UK premiere date: Never Miss Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/geektown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 12

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57 min

A channel for all the podcasts from Geektown.co.uk. This includes our weekly Geektown Radio podcast, which covers TV news, UK TV premiere dates, TV, film and gaming reviews, plus lots of chat! We also have our Geektown Talks To... podcast, which features interviews with people across the tv, film and gaming industries, and Geekstorians, our geek history podcast.

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Geektown Radio: The Year TV Reorganised Itself (2025 Review)

Geektown Radio 103: The Magicians Author Lev Grossman, UK TV News & UK TV Air Date Info!

Geekstorians Episode 3: VHS vs The Gatekeepers

Geekstorians Episode 3: VHS vs The Gatekeepers

Geekstorians Episode 2: When Comics Grew Up

James Marsters Interview: Buffy, Spike, Slayers & Star Trek Dreams

Geektown Radio 483: Ghost of Yōtei, Rematch, Pluribus & The Game Awards Fallout

Geekstorians Episode 2: When Comics Grew Up

Geektown Radio 111: Logan Makeup & Effects Artist Joel Harlow, UK TV News & UK TV Air Date Info!

'Outlander: Blood of My Blood', 'Twisted Metal', 'Destination X', 'Stick' Reviews, Plus News, Premieres & More – Geektown Radio 468

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