Once Upon A Geek

ONCE UPON A BLUE DEVIL - THE 16-PAGE PREVIEW!       Our coverage of the classic 1980s BLUE DEVIL comic series begins! Diabolu Frank and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing one of their all-time favorite characters, Blue Devil! This episode re-presents a previous discussion exploring Blue Devil's first appearance in the 16-page free preview from THE FURY OF FIRESTORM #24! Have a questio...

ONCE UPON THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD!     Joining the 2023 JLMay podcast crossover event, Keith G Baker and The Irredeemable Shag discuss THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #30 (2010) starring Green Lantern (Hal Jordan) & Dr Fate (Kent Nelson)! They find their joy covering this fantastic issue and why they love these characters! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the...

ONCE UPON A COMIC BOOK ADAPTATION - BATTLESTAR GALACTICA!     Paul Spataro and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing comic book adaptations of movies, specifically the comic magazine adaptation of the 1978 Battlestar Galactica theatrical film! Plus, we spend time chatting about the 2000s reimagined BSG series. Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback! 00:13:20 -  Battlestar Galact...

ONCE UPON A TIMELORD AT THE 2023 GALLIFREY ONE CONVENTION!     David "Ace" Gutiérrez and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing Doctor Who, specifically a fantastic convention held in Los Angeles each year called GALLIFREY ONE! The episode begins prior to the convention, discussing favorite memories of past years and items we're anticipating for 2023.  Then at the end of the episode, a li...

ONCE UPON A WHAT IF!    JT The Exterminator and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing the Marvel comic series that explores the multiverse of cause-and-effect.. WHAT IF! Covering why we love the concept, favorite issues, MCU animated series, and volume 1 versus volume 2. Then we take a deep dive into two issues: What If (vol 1) #45 - “What If the Hulk Went Berserk?!” What If (vol 2) #9 -...

ONCE UPON THE GREAT WHITE NORTH!    Sean Ross and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing Marvel's Canadian (dysfunctional) super-team, ALPHA FLIGHT! Why we love the team, best eras of comics, best (and worst) team members, and planning for Alpha Flight in the MCU! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fir...

ONCE UPON A TEENAGE GIRL!  Shag and his 16 year old daughter discuss growing up geeky in today's world! Curious what a teenage girl things about being a geek? Listen to this episode to find out! Have a question or comment? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/ouag06/ Looking for earlier episodes featuring Shag's daughter: FW Presents: Buffy...

ONCE UPON A TIMELORD - THE DOCTOR WHO TECHNICAL MANUAL (1983)!  Dr. Chris Lewis and The Irredeemable Shag use the 1983 publication, “The Doctor Who Technical Manual” to frame a discussion about growing up as Doctor Who fans! 0:09:04 - The Doctor Who Technical Manual  0:58:48 - Your Listener Feedback from Previous Episodes Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments o...

ONCE UPON A VISITOR (part 3 of 3)!  We conclude our coverage of the classic 1980s sci-fi phenomenon entitled, “V”!  This episode features 10 different fans discussing: V: THE SERIES, the comic books, the manga, merchandise produced around the world, and why people loved "V"! Including a special interview with comics professional, Bob Greenberger, the DC Comics Editor on the “V” comic book!  0:09:3...

ONCE UPON A VISITOR (part 2 of 3)!  We continue our coverage of the classic 1980s sci-fi phenomenon entitled, “V”! Across three episodes we'll cover every aspect of the franchise. This episode features 7 different fans discussing: V THE FINAL BATTLE, the spin-off novels published by Pinnacle and Tor, the toys that were produced around the world, and why people loved "V" so much! 0:06:33 - V: THE F...

ONCE UPON A VISITOR (part 1 of 3)!  We begin our coverage of the classic 1980s sci-fi phenomenon entitled, “V”! Across three episodes we'll cover every aspect of the franchise. This episode features 10 different fans discussing: V THE ORIGINAL MINI-SERIES, composer Joe Harnell's music for "V" and the various soundtracks, the promotional efforts and hype, and why people loved "V" so much! 0:11:31 -...

ONCE UPON THE 1970s AND 1980s!  The premier episode of the ONCE UPON A GEEK PODCAST! It's an Irredeemable Family Reunion -- Shagg chats with his real-world sister & brother about growing up geeky in the 1970s & 1980s! #FindYourJoy Have a question or comment? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/ouag01/ Follow Once Upon a Geek: Subsc...

ONCE UPON A GEEK PODCAST --  Imagine a podcast that celebrates the things we love. Why spend time being so angry and cynical about our fandoms? Join the Irredeemable Shag for a show where we’re just trying to be happy. Our discussions cover a variety of geeky subjects that we’re passionate about. While the topics will be ever-changing, our focus will be on science fiction, comic books, pop culture...