So You Want to Be a Geek

Michael Cannetti
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The Podcast that looks to redefine what it means to be a Geek for today and beyond!

  1. Godzilla, Kaiju, and Monster Cinema Explained | So You Want To Be A Geek

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    Godzilla, Kaiju, and Monster Cinema Explained | So You Want To Be A Geek

    In this episode of So You Want To Be A Geek, we dive deep into the world of GODZILLA and the legendary Kaiju genre — from the original 1954 Gojira to modern masterpieces like Shin Godzilla and Godzilla Minus One.We break down:Why Godzilla became a global iconThe origins of kaiju mythologyHow monster cinema evolved over 70 yearsPractical effects vs CGIWhy fandom around kaiju is stronger than everThe impact of Toho Studios, Legendary Pictures, and the MonsterVerseWhat makes giant monsters so compelling to creators and fansWhether you're a lifelong Godzilla fan, a newcomer to kaiju culture, or a creator who loves special effects, film history, or Japanese cinema — this episode is PACKED with geeky goodness. Hosted by Michael Cannetti So You Want To Be A Geek — where passion meets fandom. What You’ll Learn:The philosophy behind Godzilla as an anti-war metaphorThe evolution of suitmation and special effectsHow kaiju shaped anime, comics, and gamingGodzilla vs Kong and the modern MonsterVerseWhy fans connect emotionally with giant monsters #Godzilla #Kaiju #MonsterVerse #Gojira #ShinGodzilla #GodzillaMinusOne #Toho #GiantMonsters #MonsterMovies #SYWTBAG #SoYouWantToBeAGeek #FilmHistory #geekculture #JapaneseCinema #SciFiMovies #CreatureFeatures #PopCulturePodcast #SYWTBAG #soyouwanttobeageek #podcast  Dive into the geeky world of Podcasting with us on this episode of So You Want To Be A Geek. TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@sywtbag?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sywtbag/?locale=us&hl=am-et Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-you-want-to-be-a-geek/id1758179991 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5uEnbJaVsaoeezUwj7oEoB?si=fc2b17d719fb4eb2 TeePublic:  http://tee.pub/lic/SYWTBAG https://www.riverside.fm/?via=michael-cannetti https://www.riverside.fm/?via=sywtbag

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  2. Dad's Getting Doughnuts!

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    Dad's Getting Doughnuts!

    On this episode of So You Want To Be A Geek, Michael goes on a road trip to New Jersey and picks up his friend, writer, producer, director, Brian Gonsar as they journey in search of the best "Fancy Doughnuts" around.  They are getting geeky about doughnuts, comics, and Dracula.  That's right, Brian loves doughnuts so much he wrote a graphic novel all about them.  It's called Dracula's Brunch Club and the boys discuss Brian's journey into graphic novels while also dining on some of the best doughnuts around.  Brian takes Michael to Glaze Donuts in Caldwell NJ to sample some of their specialty treats.You can find Brian's book at:  https://a.co/d/3Unb5ig Follow us on socials:Dive into the geeky world of  with us on this episode of So You Want To Be A Geek. TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@sywtbag?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sywtbag/?locale=us&hl=am-et Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-you-want-to-be-a-geek/id1758179991 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5uEnbJaVsaoeezUwj7oEoB?si=fc2b17d719fb4eb2 TeePublic:  http://tee.pub/lic/SYWTBAG https://www.riverside.fm/?via=michael-cannetti https://www.riverside.fm/?via=sywtbag #applepodcasts #podcast #comics #donuts #donut #doughnut #dracula #spookyseason #draculasbrunchclub #spotify #dadsgettingdoughnuts #comediansincarsgettingcoffee #contentcreator #podcasting

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  3. Home Brewers Beer Making and Tasting Competition!

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    Home Brewers Beer Making and Tasting Competition!

    Do you like beer?  Do you like homemade beer?  Then you'll love the Brewers East End Revival BEER COMPETITION!  So You Want To Be Geek was invited to attend their Beer Tasting competition at the 1940s Brewing Company Brewery in Holbrook NY for some beer talk and some beer tasting!  Join us as we chat with some amazing home brewers and sample some of the most unique beers I've ever had!  Special thanks to our intern Kailey O'Neill for editing this episode of So You Want To Be A Geek! And thanks to The 1940s Brewing Company for hosting the event. Check out the Brewers East End Revival on Facebook at:  https://www.facebook.com/beerhbc Like and Subscribe and follow us on all your favorite social media platforms.TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@sywtbag?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sywtbag/?locale=us&hl=am-et Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-you-want-to-be-a-geek/id1758179991 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5uEnbJaVsaoeezUwj7oEoB?si=fc2b17d719fb4eb2 TeePublic:  http://tee.pub/lic/SYWTBAG https://www.riverside.fm/?via=michael-cannetti https://www.riverside.fm/?via=sywtbag #SYWTBAG #SoYouWantToBeAGeek #beermaking  #Geek #beer  #brewery  #homebrew  #interview #podcast #longisland #brewerseastendrevival #brewers #microbrewery #contentcreator #onlocation #tasting #tastingroom

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  4. So You Want To Be A Geek Live with Carla Cohen and Lucio Parrillo!

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    So You Want To Be A Geek Live with Carla Cohen and Lucio Parrillo!

    Check out these amazing interviews Michael had with Carla Cohen and Lucio Parrillo at the Hot Flips Live Show in Babylon NY on 10/5/2025 one week before #nycc #newyorkcomiccon in a rare one on one conversation you're never going to get at the big conventions.  Special thanks to Charles from Hot Flips for giving So You Want To Be A Geek this once in a lifetime opportunity.  Thank you to #CarnivoreComics for bringing #lucioparrilo and #carlacohen to #Hotflips.  I am still on such a high after interviewing two of my ideals in the comic book industry.  Thank you to SpineWorks NYC for chatting and I look forward to scheduling an interview and talk all things CGC! #marvel #contentcreator #dccomics #vampirella #harleyquinn #batman #supergirl #powergirl #blackcat #spiderman #podcast #spawn #tmnt #transformers #caseyjones #art #fineart #leonardodavinci #picasso #painters #michaelangelo #renaissance #renaissancepainters #sywtbag #soyouwanttobeageek #geek #gradedcomics TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@sywtbag?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sywtbag/?locale=us&hl=am-et Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-you-want-to-be-a-geek/id1758179991 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5uEnbJaVsaoeezUwj7oEoB?si=fc2b17d719fb4eb2 TeePublic:  http://tee.pub/lic/SYWTBAG https://www.riverside.fm/?via=michael-cannetti https://www.riverside.fm/?via=sywtbag

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  5. Comics! Collectibles! and Hot Flips, OH MY!

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    Comics! Collectibles! and Hot Flips, OH MY!

    So You Want To Be A Geek was invited to do a Live Stream at the Hot Flips Comic Expo on August 3rd and Michael went around the event center and interviewed some great people and got to check out some really cool merch!  If you like #comics #tradingcards #collectibles #memorabilia #geekygoodness and so much more check out this latest episode of #soyouwanttobeageek #sywtbag #podcast #superheroes #superhero #fandom #popculture #nostalgia #xmen97 #xmen #applepodcasts  #marvel #contentcreator #podcasting  Dive into the geeky world of Podcasting with us on this episode of So You Want To Be A Geek. TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@sywtbag?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sywtbag/?locale=us&hl=am-et Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-you-want-to-be-a-geek/id1758179991 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5uEnbJaVsaoeezUwj7oEoB?si=fc2b17d719fb4eb2 TeePublic:  http://tee.pub/lic/SYWTBAG https://www.riverside.fm/?via=michael-cannetti https://www.riverside.fm/?via=sywtbag

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  6. Getting Geeky at the Super Jersey Comic Expo!

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    Getting Geeky at the Super Jersey Comic Expo!

    So You Want To Be A Geek is back with a brand new season of geekiness!  We start off at the   @SuperJerseyExpo where Michael and Pete explore all the vendors, get some signings in, sit in on an X-Men 97 Panel with  @ScreenCrush legend and host Ryan Ary!  We even got to catch with Ryan and some other really cool vendors.  #xmen97 #xmen #screencrush #applepodcasts #podcast #comics #marvel #contentcreator #podcasting  Dive into the geeky world of Podcasting with us on this episode of So You Want To Be A Geek. TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@sywtbag?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sywtbag/?locale=us&hl=am-et Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-you-want-to-be-a-geek/id1758179991 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5uEnbJaVsaoeezUwj7oEoB?si=fc2b17d719fb4eb2 TeePublic:  http://tee.pub/lic/SYWTBAG https://www.riverside.fm/?via=michael-cannetti https://www.riverside.fm/?via=sywtbag

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  7. Want to Start a Podcast? Insider Tips from LI Creator Studios and So You Want To Be A Geek

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    Want to Start a Podcast? Insider Tips from LI Creator Studios and So You Want To Be A Geek

    Want to start a podcast and grow your brand? 🎙️ We dive into podcasting essentials with LI Creator Studios! Subscribe for expert tips & insights! 🔥 #Podcasting #ContentCreation #SYWTBAGPodcast Like a Pro!This keeps it punchy, engaging, and encourages subscriptions. Let me know if you’d like any refinements! 🚀 #PodcastTips #GrowYourBrand #GeekCulture #LIcreatorStudios #SoYouWantToBeAGeek #Marketing #Entrepreneurship #PodcastSetup #YouTubeGrowth #SpotifyPodcasts #ApplePodcasts #youtube #podcast #newepisode #geek #geeky #contentcreator #socials #realestate #studio  Dive into the geeky world of Podcasting with us on this episode of So You Want To Be A Geek. TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@sywtbag?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sywtbag/?locale=us&hl=am-et Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-you-want-to-be-a-geek/id1758179991 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5uEnbJaVsaoeezUwj7oEoB?si=fc2b17d719fb4eb2 TeePublic:  http://tee.pub/lic/SYWTBAG

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  8. So You Want To Be A Geek Episode 11 Crypto Currency Part 2

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    So You Want To Be A Geek Episode 11 Crypto Currency Part 2

    In this episode we are diving into Crypto Currency, Bitcoin, NFTs, blockchain technology, the history, bitcoin mining, and how crypto currency is reshaping the world.  We chat with Matt Lappas the Owner and Founder of Syntiro Mining all about crypto currency, the tech behind it, and how to research what is best for you.  Syntiro Mining  www.SyntiroMining.com The views, ideas, and statements discussed on this episode of So You Want To Be a Geek are only meant for conversation purposes.  This episode is not intended to provide investment or legal advice.  If you are interested in investing in Crypto Currency always do your own research. Dive into the geeky world of Crypto Currency with us on this Part 2 episode of So You Want To Be A Geek. TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@sywtbag?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sywtbag/?locale=us&hl=am-et Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-you-want-to-be-a-geek/id1758179991 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5uEnbJaVsaoeezUwj7oEoB?si=fc2b17d719fb4eb2 TeePublic:  http://tee.pub/lic/SYWTBAG

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