Hops 'Geek' News

Ep (127) Matt and Lauren are in the den this week with no news or what they are watching in order to team up with special guest Task (@uptotask) to discuss the origins of She-Hulk aka Jennifer Walters. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

(Ep 126) Matt and Lauren dive into the hit HBO series Game of Thrones this week to prepare you for House of the Dragon Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

The gang sits down to give a rundown of the weekend that was FanX Salt Lake. They chat about the panels they sat in on, favorite cosplays, breweries, and of course their interview with Jeff Anderson and Brian O'Halloran of the Kevin Smith Clerks franchise!  Follow us on social media @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

(Ep 134) Matt and Lauren recently went to FanX in Utah and Matt asked some questions at the panels. Jay Mewes, Kevin Smith, Vincent D'Onofrio, and we have the Cobra Kai panel!  @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

(Ep 132) This week Matt and Lauren sit down in the cave of Geeks to discuss the massive amount of exciting news that recently came out from this years Disney D23 Expo in Anaheim! Star Wars, Marvel, and more OH MY! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

(Ep 133) Matt and Lauren were fortunate enough to sit down at the FanX booth of two of our favorite Clerks to discuss the latest addition to the Kevin Smith franchise as well as beer, Laurens magic shoes, and life!  @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

Matt and Lauren are prepping for their press run at FanX Salt Lake City which means one thing, it's history lesson time! The duo sits down to discuss the history of cons and their favorite moments at the ones they have been to. We also got the news, about what we were watching, and more! @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/supp...

(Ep 129) Matt and Lauren are graciously joined by a guest from the Geek Peak Pod! Chris lends us his expertise as Lauren is not familiar with Middle Earth and we discuss the greatest trilogy of all time. We journey to Mordor together, we laugh, we cry, we battle for our lives!  @geekpeakpod geekpeakpod.com @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek...

Have you ever wanted to know about the history of the most famous theme parks in the world? Well now is your chance because Matt is about to embark on a grand adventure to Disneyland and so we break dow the best and worst of the Disney parks and some of the secret history! @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

Jennifer Walter aka She-Hulk is here! Matt and Lauren are breaking down her comic-book origin in this episode as we detail the best storylines and the best comics to read to familiarize yourself with the mighty lawyer! But of course, we weren't alone, we had the amazing Task join in on the fun this week! Of course, he's never read a comic though. @UptoTask @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this...

In this issue, Lauren and Matt are joined by esteemed comic book editor and amazing artist Heather Antos to chat about her journey in the industry and Star Wars! Find her @heatherantos @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

It's Shark week people! That means Matt and Lauren are here to deliver you the latest in pop culture news (27:20) and then chat about Ms Marvel (13:30) before diving head first into the classic film Jaws! (36:38)  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

Matt and Lauren are in the Geek den and there is a lot to cover this week! They discuss what they have been reading and watching as well as give their thoughts on the Disney+ hit series Kenobi (13:15) before diving into season 4.1 of Stranger Things (26:20) and then finally dishing on the latest in pop-culture news. (39:41) Lastly, they get you ready for the premiere of Ms. Marvel by diving into h...

We have a special guest this week as Andrew Hewitt a mental health professional joins us to discuss mental health in superheroes.  But first, we chat Kenobi (8:20) The BOys (15:18), and MS Marvel (23:57), and then the latest in pop-culture news.  search Kinsler Psychology! @Hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

Matt was on a very special episode this week as he joined Sean from the MetalcoreNerds Podcast AND Nick Ghanbarian from the band Bayside and Thank The Maker Podcast to discuss the Kenobi series as it has wrapped up with it's epic finale. PS this was a dream come true.  metalcorenerds.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

Moon Knight has wrapped up and Matt and Lauren have a special guest to chat about the series! Hayley Aljowaily, the Assistant to the Director for the Disney+ show joins us to chat about her time on the show and what impact this could have on mental health and culture throughout the world. Additionally, we chat about her journey through filmmaking.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.s...

We are back this week because somehow Palpa--- I mean Kevin from Hops N' Heroes has returned to the show! The trio are skipping news and what we have watched to do what few can bravely do, discuss the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy. Join them as they go from Starkiller Base to a daunting Casino journey and then become all of the Jedi or Sith! IG: Hopsnheroes @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podc...

Lauren and Matt are joined this week by Emmy Award-winning TV writer Daniel Kibblesmith. His works include Netflix's Inside job, The Late Show w/ Stephen Colbert, and some works in the comic world such as on Loki and The Amazing Spider-Man issues #900. @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

Matt is solo in this episode but fears not citizens he sits down with Dustin Nelson, writer of the new horror comic Magda, Skeleton Maker. Dustin also writes for thrillist.com and is a craft beer extraordinaire. Tune in! thrillist.com/authors/dustinnelson @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .

Let's chat about the latest in pop-culture news (19:24) and the latest from Star Wars celebration! Then the duo discusses what they have been watching and Matt delivers a spoiler-free review from Mike Chen's "Star Wars: Brotherhood."  They then discuss The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett (34Min) as Star Wars month prepares to wrap up. @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https:/...

Matt and Lauren are back this weeks kicking the show off with what they have been reading and watching (5min) before giving a mini spoiler review of Doctor Strange and The Multiverse of Madness (10:55) they then return with the latest in pop culture news (18min) and then journey into where Star Wars began. Justin from the Wheel of Horror Podcast joins the gang as they discuss the original Star War...

Matt and Lauren have defied the odds... or technical issues this week and deliver an episode where they dive into Marvel's Moon Knight (12min) and bring the latest in pop-culture news (21 min) before finally entering the Multiverse of Madness and exploring the origins of America Chavez!  @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/supp...

Star Wars month has arrived! The episode starts with Matt discussing his adventures in Austin, TX, visiting Live Oak Brewing, and enjoying their Darth Jiggler before using the Force to discuss the Star Wars Prequel Trilogy! The dup discusses all three films from the good (lightsaber duels) to the bad (medichloriants?) join them and discover the true power of the dark side! Beer this week is Darth...

The Republic has fallen and all hope is lost. However, we offer those escaping Jedi a glimmer of hope as we are joined by Chris from the Geek Peak Podcast (@geekpeakpod) to tell the tales of what has transpired in between the Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope. We chat Clone Wars, Rebels, Solo, and Rogue One!  Beers are from Old Ox Brewing this week!  Ascend the peak! geekpeakpod.com @hopsgeeknews...

This week Matt and Lauren are joined by Matt's heterosexual lifemate Josh as they are discussing Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy. The gang dive into each film talking about what they loved or didn't love and what makes them so highly regarded throughout cinema! @hopsgeeknews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hops-geek-news--5686721/support .