2 Geeks and a Microphone

Invincible Season 4 Finale: The War is Over, The Danger is Just Beginning! (ft. Tom Hutchison) Description: Grab your coffee and join the 2 Geeks crew for the ultimate Saturday morning breakdown! Today, we’re joined by our good friend Tom Hutchison of Big Dog Ink to unpack the jaw-dropping Season 4 finale of Invincible. From the gut-wrenching destruction of the Viltrumite home world to the introdu...

“We did what we are programmed to do and we all make mistakes... human or AI.” Grab your headphones and settle in at the coffee table! This week, Mike and Stephen are diving into the 2026 sci-fi thriller Mercy, starring Chris Pratt as a detective who has exactly 90 minutes to prove his innocence to a "perfect" AI judge. We’re breaking down the "no-fat" real-time pacing, the terrifying reality of t...

Welcome to a Ko-Fi Exclusive Special! Tonight, the Geeks are going old school. Join Michael and Stephen as they step into the boots of a Kai Lord in our very first playthrough of Joe Dever’s legendary Lone Wolf series. In this debut episode, we sit down to roll stats, choose our Kai Disciplines, and begin the perilous journey through Sommerlund. Whether we’re relying on Sixth Sense or just pure lu...

He’s survived being cut in half, but can he survive our review? This week, we’re back at full strength to discuss the first episodes of the new Maul: Shadow Lord series. We’re talking character arcs, Easter eggs, and our theories on where this journey takes the galaxy’s most resilient Dathomirian.  Support the show: Even a Shadow Lord needs a good grooming routine—check out our friends at Live Bea...

Stephen is out on vocal rest this week, so Michael is bringing in the big guns—literally. Special guest host Brenda joins the show for her very first Statham experience as we peel back the layers of the "Underworld Onion" in the blue-collar action thriller, Levon's Trade (aka Working Man). We’re breaking down why Jason Statham is the ultimate "Ghost" in a construction vest and celebrating the real...

Megan is back on the show! Together, we’re taking a sub down into the trenches to talk about Iron Lung. Is this the start of a new wave of indie game adaptations? We dive into the lore of the "Quiet Rapture" and why this movie is making waves in the horror community. Support the show: Make sure to visit our affiliate sponsor Live Bearded. Grab some premium beard care and support the pod by using o...

Is the Predator franchise better off in the past or the future? We’re discussing the upcoming film Badlands, the creative team behind it, and our expectations for the next chapter in the Yautja chronicles. Support the show: Make sure to visit our affiliate sponsor Live Bearded. Grab some premium beard care and support the pod by using our link! https://livebearded.com/2GEEKS .

The 2 Geeks are cranking the speakers to the breaking point. Today, we’re dropping the needle on the DC High Volume audio adaptation of the legendary graphic novel, Batman: The Killing Joke. Is this the ultimate way to experience the "One Bad Day" philosophy? We’re reviewing the immersive soundscapes of Gotham’s twisted amusement park, the visceral impact of that scene with Barbara Gordon, and Tro...

Crack open a Liquid Death and join us as we analyze the high-tech, low-life world of the new Running Man. We’re looking at the cold, clinical design of the Hunters (giving us major THX 1138 vibes) and the terrifyingly relevant "Deepfake" technology used by the Network. Support the show: Make sure to visit our affiliate sponsor Live Bearded. Grab some premium beard care and support the pod by using...

The legendary African Samurai comes to life in our latest Creator’s Corner! We are thrilled to welcome back author and creator Braxton Cosby to 2 Geeks and a Microphone. While we’ve previously discussed his work in the indie comic world, today we’re shifting gears to explore his brand-new novel, Yasuke. Join Mike and Stephen for an insightful conversation about honor, legacy, and the power of hist...

This week, we aren't just reading history—we’re listening to it. Join Mike and Stephen on 2 Geeks and a Microphone as we dive into the DC High Volume audio theater production of Nightwing: Year One. This immersive scripted series brings the legendary transition of Dick Grayson to life with cinematic sound and a full voice cast. Whether you're stuck in traffic or relaxing at home, grab your headpho...

It’s the 6th Annual Star Wars Podcast Day, and 2 Geeks and a Microphone is ready to celebrate! 🎙️✨ For this year’s global event, Mike and Stephen are turning their attention to the biggest news in the galaxy: the return of the former Sith in Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord. We are breaking down the new trailer, discussing the "noir" vibes of the criminal underworld, and debating where this story fi...

Welcome back to the Creator's Corner! 🎙️🦇 On this special episode, Mike and Stephen are thrilled to welcome back New York Times bestselling author John Jackson Miller to discuss his newest novel, Batman: Revolution! Following the massive success of Batman: Resurrection, John takes us back to the world of Tim Burton’s 1989 Batman. We discuss how this sequel bridges the gap between the first film a...

Join 2 Geeks and a Microphone as we sprint into the next chapter of our DC Absolute Universe coverage! This week, Stephen and I are breaking down Absolute Flash Vol. 1: The Flash of Two Words. We discuss the reinvented lore, the kinetic art, and how this "Absolute" take on the Scarlet Speedster compares to the legacy of Barry Allen and Wally West. Does this new volume hold up to the speed of the o...

On this episode of 2 Geeks and a Microphone, Stephen and Mike break down the highly anticipated IT prequel series, Welcome to Derry. We talk about what it means to give Pennywise an origin story—is it better to know the history, or is the mystery scarier? Join us as we dissect the performances, the visual style, and whether this show captures the terror of the blockbuster films. #2geeksmic #2geeks...

What if Bruce Wayne didn't have the mansion, the money, or the butler? This week, we explore Absolute Batman, the flagship title of DC's new Absolute Universe. We analyze the kinetic art by Nick Dragotta, the blue-collar world-building by Scott Snyder, and of course—that axe. Join us as we decide if this rawer, rougher Batman is the future of the franchise or just another alternate timeline.   Wan...

It’s the first big show of 2026! Join the Geeks as we look back at the year that was and share our personal lists of the best entertainment from 2025. We break down the biggest hits on television, from the cultural phenomenon of Stranger Things Season 5 to the best of the "Taylor Sheridan Universe." We also see where our lists overlap—and where we completely disagree. Want a legendary beard like a...

On this episode of 2 Geeks and a Microphone, Mike and Stephen open up the Creator’s Corner to welcome author Mark J. Wilson. We sit down to discuss his Sci-Fi Noir novel, Full of Beans. The story follows Phil Beans, a private detective who doesn't just look for clues—he steps into them. Armed with a vintage SX-70 Polaroid camera, Phil can travel back to the exact time and place a photograph was ta...

The party has rolled their final initiative. Join Stephen and Michael as we break down the emotional series finale of Stranger Things. We discuss the ultimate fate of Eleven and the gang, the final stand against the Upside Down, and whether the ending did the saga justice. Grab your walkie-talkies and Eggos—it’s one last trip to the 80s. Want a legendary beard like a true geek? Live Bearded has yo...

The Gate is Open: Stranger Things 5 Vol. 1 Breakdown Description: Hawkins has officially become the front line. Today on 2 Geeks and a Microphone, we’re recapping the first four episodes of the final season. From the military’s "Crawl" to the chilling cliffhanger of "Sorcerer," we analyze everything that happened in Volume 1. We also look at the D&D roots of Vecna—is he just a name, or is the...

"Merry Christmas from Hawkins! Stephen and I unpack the massive reveals in Stranger Things 5, Volume 2. We break down the emotional rollercoaster of Episodes 5 through 7—from the 'Shock Jock' plan to Max’s long-awaited awakening—and set the stage for the feature-length series finale coming on New Year's Eve." Want a legendary beard like a true geek? Live Bearded has you covered. And you can suppor...

We’ve hit the big 3-0-0! To celebrate 300 episodes of 2 Geeks and a Microphone, Mike and Stephen are handing out the pink slips and taking over Hollywood. In this milestone special, we go head-to-head in a high-stakes battle to see who can build the ultimate geek movie franchise without going broke. We are playing "The $300 Million Producer." We each have a strict imaginary budget of $300 million...

The animatronics are back, and so are we! 🐻🐰🐥 On this episode of 2 Geeks and a Microphone, Michael and Stephen bring Megan back to the mic to tackle Five Nights at Freddy's 2. We’re talking about everything from The Mangle’s design to the creepiness of The Puppet. Does the movie do justice to the games? Is it actually scary? And who liked it more—the Geeks or the Gamer? Grab your flashlight and...

We've got a full table this week! Mike and Stephen welcome friend of the show Jacob Ruchser back to 2 Geeks and a Microphone to tackle a huge topic: Tulsa King Season 3! From Sylvester Stallone's signature swagger to the escalating tensions in Tulsa, we're We've got a full table this week! Mike and Stephen welcome friend of the show Jacob Ruchser back to 2 Geeks and a Microphone to tackle a huge t...

The Hangman Killer comes to life! Join Michael and Stephen as we sink our teeth into the official DC High Volume audio drama adaptation of Batman: Dark Victory (based on the classic comic by Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale). This week, we go beyond the comic page to critique the sound of Gotham. We dive into the voice acting of Jason Spisak (Batman) and Adam O'Byrne (Two-Face), analyze the effectiveness of...