Geek Syndicate

In this episode we give our view on the new 52 week comic from DC (here's a hint it's not a good view). We review Johah Hex, Supernatural Origins, 2 episodes of Smallville (nice makeup Black Canary). There is also a brief look at the new seasons of Torchwood and Primeval. In our main we welcome Dr Karl our fully fledged geek scientist to answer a few f your burning geek sci-fi questions like. Is i...

In this episode we take a look at the teaser trailer for the new Star Trek movie. There are also review of The Dragon Lance movie, Nick Fury Agent of Shield (blame Dave for that one) and 30 days of Night. In our main feature we give our thoughts on the entries for our sci-fi writing competition and announce the winner. We also announce a new competition and this time with a prize, no less. Enjoy.....

After the gargantuan double episode Doctor Who extravaganza (also known as the two episode ramble-fest), the Racks gals get back to their regular fortnightly format to chat all things comics (and some things TV and film...) Join us as Iz gets over excited at the prospect of signed John Barrowman stuff, Stace demonstrates why she shouldn't be allowed to sing on the podcast, and both girls come up w...

In this special episode we chat with James Moran the writer of the movie Severance, the Torchwood episode 'Sleeper' and a future and the upcoming Dr Who episode "Pompeii". James explains how he got into writing, reveals some of his methods and inspirations. He also reveals how he found himself living out one of his dreams as a writer on Doctor Who. Enjoy!

Join us in a slightly shorter yet super special episode in which we round up our Doctor Who ramblements. Our usual routine goes out of the window so we can complete our review Doctor Who series 3, from Human Nature right up the the Christmas Special, Voyage of the Damned. Stace gets scared of, well, practically everything in this episode, from statues to small girls with balloons, Iz sings a Docto...

This week there is no main feature just a lot of week that was of which a lion's share is dedicated to our spoilerful review of the first episode of Torchwood. We  have a spoilerful look at the end league issue 1. There is also some chat about the I am legend novel,Dan Dare, Blood Ties, House and Mass Effect on the Xbox360. Dave does a brief interview with Orbital Comics  in London about their upc...

This week the noobie-bird-nerds get their teeth into the first half of Dr Who season 3, and a darn sight more in between. Join the ladies as they talk about loads of stuff including Jenna Jameson's comic and her need for a nice jumper. Stacey looses her mind and has a full-on nerdgasm during a News Item on Deadpool,and Iz proves once again she can't read properly as Teen Titans Year One is referre...

You read the title right noble listener. It seems our rant on spidey's demonic sellout last episode has bought down the wrath of the unholy one. In our battle against Satan we use the Bionic Woman, a spoilerful review of the first episode of the second season of Primeval, Artemis Fowl and a whole host of independent comics that we review and more. Pray we win this battle or say farewell to our imm...

A new year and a new Barry? Join us as we tackle everything from a remote control drinks cooler to, reviews of shoot em up(spoilerful but for this movie it really doesn't matter) and I am Legend(spoiler free). In our main feature we review the Spidey epic One More Day(spoilerful) and delve into the controversy that had sprung up around it. Enjoy...!!!

Cover your ears and run for the hills as Stace and Iz swear and rant their way through a round-up of 2007. The Racks look at what they rate as the very best and very worst (and very disappointing) comic issues, comic series', films, and TV of 2007. Also covered in depth are things on screen, stage, and print in 2008 that are making the girls a little bit over-excited. Along the way Iz proves that...

In our first episode of 2008 recorded in the dying embers of 2007 we are joined by Clive and resident non geek Amaechi. We review the season finale of Spooks(MI5 in the US) and the Doctor Who Christmas special Voyage of the Dammed. In our main feature we discuss some of the high and lows of 2007 in the world of comics, books, TV and gaming. We also get some insightful commentary from the non geek...

Join us as we take a rant heavy look back at Heroes season 2. Be warned not only is this a rant heavy episode but a spoiler heavy one as well. Enjoy... PS Mohinder is crap!

Iz and Stace are joined by podcasters extraordinaries, Misters Nugent and Monteith, for part two of the Great Podcast Crossover! Join the gang as we discover why cockroaches aren't any fun, children ruin everything and the Batman trailer rules! Getting into the spirit in our main topic, we quiz the Geek Syndicate lads about all things Christmas, reminiscing about all the best and worst gifts we ev...

In our last episode before Christmas we take a look at some of the big movies coming out in 2008. We also review the angel after the fall comic(Spoiler heavy warning) and tackle the thorny issue of how to represent the medium of comics. Look out for a separate Heroes season 2 review mini episode coming soon. Happy Christmas all!

It's Geek Syndicate versus our sister podcast Comic Racks in the first of a two part crossover (part two will be on Comic Racks episode 4). I shall say no more accept we hope you enjoy the chaos. PS Apologies for the large file size had to do it for quality reasons. We also really earn our explicit tag in this episode so be warned ...

This episode we're joined by our very first Rackette, the (almost) Dr Karl Byrne, who helps us understand the science (or lack thereof) behind some of your favourite super heroes. We review WWH #5 and Captain America #32 in our ever eloquent manner, whilst Iz takes a trip back in time to read and review Iron Man 'Extremis'. Also, discover what happens when seatbelts attack!"

Join the boys as they look some new photos from Indy 4. There is also a lengthy debate on the topic of 'Are comics now only for adults'.  They also review Ninja Warrior, Blood Ties and Call of Duty 4. Tha main feature looks at the upcoming season of Doctor Who and it's spinoff; Torchwood and the Sarah Jane Adventures. Enjoy...

This week the Comic Rack ladies tackle the explosive T4 casting and directing rumours. There's more news on the supposed 'death of the batman' and  the new Watchmen movie. The ladies don their conspiracy hats to uncover a link between the upcoming Cloverfield movie and Heroes. Stace Discovers the goodness of Mystery Science Theatre 3000 and Farscape is discovered. Batman Year One Hundred and Etern...

In this week's thrilling installment we learn what happens when you get lippy with the god of Thunder. We review the latest episode of Smallville (including the Jamaican method dealing with kryptonians), Culled by Simon Spurier ,Pushing Daises, Star Wars Legacy and Reaper. In our main feature we tackle some hard hitting Questions from our listerners in a Questions from the Senate Marathon. Enjoy a...

Yeah you heard right it's episode 57 and we're back with a vengeance. Join us as we chat about Death in comics, Ghostbusters the video game, Spooks, Robin Hood and The Sarah Jane Adventures. There is also some Guitar Hero action. Barry also takes on a listener challenge and gives a brief review of the first two Preacher trades by Garth Ennis. And as a tribute to the Doctor Who Time Crash Children...

Welcome to the first episode of our sister podcast Comic Racks. Join Iz and Stace as they tackle such weighty issues as... Death in comic books...good or bad? Jesus in the hairdressers (yes that's what I said) The joy of Spongebob Squarepants. Reviews of Batman and the Spirit, DC Infinite Halloween Special and the U mbrella Academy. How to sniff Keira Knightley (it's an eye opener). Also discover...

So here we are again All hallows eve and we bring you some more blood curdling tales of our youth. No werewolves or vampires this time instead we bring you a school seance gone wrong and the horror of the bouncy man! We also take a quick look at the new series of Spooks, Supernatural, Smallville and The Sarah Jane adventures. Enjoy it...if you dare PS Make sure you listen to the entire episode. PP...

Take a trip to the Birmingham comic convention with the GS boys as they take you through the highlights of the convention. There's panel reviews and interviews galore. There also some chat about the new Star Trek movie casting and perhaps the most foolish movie extra on the face of the planet. Enjoy...

We are proud to present Episode 0 of, what we hope will become our sister podcast, Comic Racks(working title subject to change) featuring the first ladies of the Geek Syndicate Iz and Stacebob. Like GS the they will be looking at all thing geek but from a female perspective In this preview episode they chat about the Birmingham Comic Convention as well as their fave tv shows, movies, books and sup...

This was recorded live at the Birmingham Comic Convention earlier today.  Your hosts along with Amy from Birds of Geek present a live podcast with artists Adi Granov and Esad Ribic. We discuss Adi's involvement in the Iron Man movie, Esad expressess his feelings regarding superhero genitals and Adi gets some man love. Enjoy