Systematic Geekology

We brought in some special guests for a D&D appreciation episode! Host TJ, Tiberius Juan, Blackwell is joined by guests Father Jonathan Resmini and Christian Ashley to discuss their favorite characters and campaigns, as well as how they were introduced to this wonderful game that can be whatever you make it, really. We discuss the themes of honor, sacrifice, and teamwork that this game teaches...

We are back with our Throwback Disney Reviews! Today Joe Dea and TJ, Tiberius Juan, Blackwell review one of their favorites, "Treasure Planet"! We ask the obvious questions like, "Is 'Treasure Planet' the perfect movie, or is it too good?" How are Jim's behaviors redeemed? Is this the best Disney Movie soundtrack? Would you wear a Treasure Planet Loungefly? Why did Disney tank their own film? Let...

Welcome back to the SG Drive-In! Hosts Joe Dea and Will Rose review a film from Joe's birth year, "Batman (1989)"! This film took some risks that really played off with Jack Nicholson as the Joker and Michael Keaton as the Batman! With Michael Keaton's Batman returning in the upcoming Flash film, this was truly a fun film to go back to! The highest grossing film of 1989 with arguably the best depi...

We are finally reviewing the Disney+ series, "Ms. Marvel"! Hosts Joshua Noel and Will Rose discuss their thoughts on the series and where they want to see Kamala Khan go next! What do we think about characters like Aisha, episodes 1, 4, and 6, or having a Muslim Super Hero? How do we rate the show overall? What is Kamala Khan's super power? How did Kamala Khan's family contribute to the story? Was...

Attention all gamers! We are discussing one of the most fun fighter games to date: Mortal Kombat! Hosts Joe Dea and TJ (Tiberius Juan) Blackwell discuss their favorite fighter games! We talk everything from Mortal Kombat to Mortal Kombat 2 to Mortal Kombat Legends Battle of the Realms! How do the new games compare to the older? Who is your favorite character? Is it Liu Kang, Reptile, or Norville '...

Welcome back to the SG Drive-In! This week hosts Will Rose, TJ (Tiberius Juan) Blackwell, and Joshua Noel discuss a summer blockbuster from 1999, TJ's birth year, " Star Wars : The Phantom Menace"! Why was it called "Phantom Menace"? What is the first Star Wars prequel ad which is the best? Was "Phantom Menace" a flop? Is Darth Maul the coolest? Why should you play "Lego Star Wars The Skywalker Sa...

We just couldn't get enough, so we're back talking about the man himself, Harrison Ford! Your hosts Joshua Noel, Brandon Knight, and Joe Dea discuss what makes a Harrison Ford film great! What is Harrison Ford doing in 2022? What was Harrison Ford's most famous movie? What is Harrison Ford most known for? Have you ever seen one of his Rom-Coms? Is Harrison Ford a family guy or a womanizer? Why do...

Today we finally review the newest film in the Thor series! Hosts Joshua Noel and Joe Dea discuss the MCU's worst movies and where this film ranks among them! Thanks to Ryan Does and his podcast, "Across the Bifrost" , we do our best to review the film based off what's in it and not what's missing, to find it is not as bad as we thought but it still left our hosts wanting. We want more of "the pro...

Welcome back to the SG Drive-In! We are back to talking about Harrison Ford as Jack Ryan! This is the third instalment of the original movies based on Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan book series! How did the two movies with Harrison Ford compare to one another? What makes Harrison Ford films so loveable? We talk all things Harrison Ford and Jack Ryan in this one! Let us know your favorite Jack Ryan movie o...

Hosts Joe Dea and Joshua Noel give you the Doctor Who Companions ranked - top 5! The Doctor gets all of the attention, whether it's the first Doctor or the Twelfth Doctor, Tom Baker or Jodie Whittaker! Today, we focus instead on the companions! From Catherine Tate as Donna Noble, to Billy Piper as Rose Tyler, to Arthur Darvill and Karen Gillan as Rory Williams and Amy Pond! Who is the most popular...

We are FINALLY talking about Star Trek! Hosts Joshua Noel and Joe Dea are discussing the original Star Trek series and Next Generation! Is Star Trek bigger than Star Wars? What is the order of Star Trek series? Who is Captain Kirk and Captain Picard? How does Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and Samuel Kirk compare? What is the Kingdom of God and what can we learn about it from Star Trek? Can Star Tr...

Is love of one's country truly a terrible thing? Hosts Brandon Knight and Joshua Noel discus the film, "Patriot Games", for this entry in our summer Drive-In series! Where does this rank with other Harrison Ford films or Jack Ryan movies? When is patriotism good or bad? Is revenge any better when it protects your family? How does the events of 2020, January 6, and the findings of the January 6th c...

On to the fifth installment of our Narnia book reviews! Hosts Joshua Noel, Joe Dea, and Will Rose discuss "The Voyage of the Dawntreader". What are our favorite chapters, islands, and themes? How does C.S. Lewis speak about self-image? What is body dysmorphia? Can Christians have body dysmorphic disorder? How does God view us? Who is Eustace Scrubb? Is Aslan Jesus? How does God show HIs love and a...

Are you ready for some love and thunder!?? Our hosts Joe Dea and Brandon Knight give their takes on the Thor series in the MCU and discuss the upcoming film, "Thor: Love and Thunder". When does the new movie come out? Who is Christian Bale / Gorr? Who is Thor's love interest in this film? Is Natalie Portman a good actor? Are you going to get the Thor popcorn bucket at AMC? Let us know on our websi...

Welcome back to the SG Drive-In! Today hosts Joe Dea and Brandon Knight discuss the third film in the Indiana Jones trilogy! We are talking all about Harrison Ford's "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade"! Was there really an Indiana Jones 4? Why was this film called "The Last Crusade"? Is this the best Indiana Jones film or the worst of the trilogy? Let us know how you would rank the Indiana Jones...

We are talking all things anime! We have a guest host join us, Josh Rosengrant, to talk about our favorite animes! Hosts Keno Cannady, TJ Blackwell, Joe Dea, ad Josh discuss everything from One Piece, to Bleach, to Dragon Ball Z, to Attack on Titan, even to Demon Slayer and Bleach! If you are anime curious or just want to know what our hosts are into, then this episode is for you! Let us know what...

WE LOST BUZZ! We looked all over Disney+ and Buzz Lightyear of Star Command is nowhere to be found! Hosts Joshua Noel and TJ Blackwell discuss the 2000 TV Show, "Buzz Lightyear of Star Command"! Why is Tim Allen not Buzz Lightyear in the new movie? Why was Buzz Lightyear of Star Command" canceled? Why wasn't Patrick Warburton Buzz Lightyear in the new movie? Did you love the old Buzz Lightyear car...

Welcome back to the SG Drive-In! Hosts Joshua Noel and Keno Canady finally get to talk about the one and only Indiana Jones! This week we discuss the first film: "Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark"! Is there a real Indiana Jones? Does the lost ark matter? What really makes this film great? How does this compare with real archaeology? And how does archaeology inform how we read the Bibl...

Today, our host Joe Dea interviews Dallas & Celeat of Geek Devotions ! What is a geek devotional? What projects are Dallas & Celest into? And what should all of our book worms be checking out? They discuss all this and more! Let us know what you think on our website: systematicgeekology.org Mentioned in this episode: Easily subscribe to the show on your platform of choice! https://systemat...

We are talking about the Jurassic Park films in honor of the new Jurassic World movie: "Jurassic World: Dominion"! Hosts Joshua Noel and TJ Blackwell discuss their love for the films, how they were introduced to them, and other fun dino-facts! Where can you watch the new Jurassic Park 2022 movie? Is the new Jurassic World movie the last one? Are Jurassic Park / World dinosaurs real? How do these d...

We are back at the SG Drive-In! Hosts Will Rose and Joe Dea discuss the 1972 film, "The Godfather"! We are here to get you ready for "The Godfather" in theaters 2022 for its 50th anniversary! What makes a family real? Where do our loyalties lie? What can we learn about the human condition from this 3-hour long classic film? Our hosts discuss all this and more! Let us know your thoughts on this wee...

What is Gundam Wing and how did it compare to other Gundam series like Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam and Mobile Suit Victory Gundam? Our hosts Joe Dea and TJ Blackwell walk us through the universe of Gundam in this episode! What is Mobile Suite Gundam Wing? How does this series fit into the history of anime in America? Why is Gundam Wing popular? Who is the strongest Gundam? How good is Gundam Wing: End...

We're back with another retro Disney review! Hosts Joshua Noel and Joe Dea discuss the Disney classic, "The Black Cauldron". We discuss the history, making, and plot of the film, then relate it to some deeper, spiritual themes about sacrifice! Was "The Black Cauldron" Disney's darkest movie? Was it rated "R" or was it going to be? Was the movie a flop or did Disney try to hide it? Was this film to...

Back to the SG Drive-In! Today we review the movie that started it all - JAWS! How did Jaws start the summer blockbuster? Was there any real sharks involved? Is Jaws a horror film, a disaster film, or a thriller? What makes this movie so great and an invaluable piece of cinema history? How does Mayor Vaughn compare to the leaders of today during the Corona Virus pandemic? Let us know your thoughts...

We are reviewing the book, "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian" today as part of our series on C.S. Lewis! What happens after Aslan's sacrifice? Who is Prince Caspian? Where was he in the first Narnia? Is this really the last of Peter and Susan? We talk all about this issue i the Narniad and how it related to our faith as Christians! Let us know what you thought about this book in the series...