Discerning Geeks Portal is a gateway into the exploration of all things geek: Star Wars, Star Trek, Marvel, ‘80s movies, TV, and more. Dave, Todd, Andruw, and Preston, take a discerning look into the world of geek fandom. We care about intriguing storytelling, compelling characters, and thought-provoking themes, but we also love action, special effects, and comedy. We break down the positives, negatives, and mixed feelings about everything we cover. Step through the portal with us for fun and analytical discussions about geek culture, for fans, by fans.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 7 days 17 hours 59 minutes
episode 92: #092 - Movie Review - About Time
Listen now to our review of the romantic comedy / time travel fantasy movie, "About Time...
episode 93: #093 - Movie Review - Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
This week, we review the animated movie, "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse...
episode 94: #094 - Movie Review - Spider-Man: No Way Home
This week we review the semi-recent blockbuster release, "Spider-Man: No Way Home." This episode was a little more improvised than most because we decided to review it right before we recorded for our previous episode, the review for "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" (check that out too, if you haven't already)...
episode 95: #095 - Whatcha' Doin'? (April 2022) - And An Important Announcement
Well, this was a tough one, folks... We spend the first quarter of this episode explaining a loss we've experienced on and off the podcast and why one of us is no longer with us.
With no super-smooth transition possible after that, we do try to carry on with our usual geeky topics.....
episode 96: #096 - Movie Review - Predator
This week, we review the 1987 sci-fi action flick, "Predator."
- Why did Dave T. pick this? Sadly, Dave T. passed away before our review (listen to episode #095 for details), but we honor him by still reviewing his pick...
episode 97: #097 - Movie Review - Thor
This week, we review the 4th movie of the MCU, the original "Thor."
- Which co-host just got his driving permit? (Hint: It's the teenager.)
- Which multi-faceted writer was mentioned multiple times in this episode? ...And, what was his cameo in the movie? .....
episode 99: #099 - Movie Review - Iron Man 2
We're almost there...to episode #100. But, first, in #099, we take a discerning look at "Iron Man 2," supposedly the 2nd-worst movie of the Marvel Cinematic Universe...
episode 100: #100 - SPECIAL 100th EPISODE MEGA-EXTRAVAGANZA SPECIAL: A Very Ultra-Special Episode
WE DID IT!!! :) EPISODE 100!!! :) ...And, our Season 2 Finale.
After 99 episodes, 1.5 hours of recording this episode, and approximately two weeks of editing, this is our biggest episode yet at 128 minutes. Join us as Dave, Todd, and Andruw rank their favorite episodes of The Discerning Geeks Portal -- and also give you a peek into what's ahead for season 3...