The Geek Awakens Podcast

"Bigfoot Knows Karate: Hinagon" is a one-shot written by Casey T Allen and Dan Price with art by Adam Caswell . It takes Bigfoot back to his early days in Feudal Japan.   Mitch and Casey talk about the "Bigfoot Knows Karate" series, some of Casey's other work and his favorite comics.   Back the Kickstarter before October 20!   Follow us!

Yeah, we're bummed we're not at NYCC either. Instead, we info about "Star Trek," Magic: The Gathering and *checks notes* an emotional-support alligator?   The Pull List "Sengoku Youko, Vol. 3" ( Tokyopop ) by Satoshi Mizukami "Let Me Out" ( Oni Press ) by Emmett Nahil and George Williams "Rick and Morty: Fricky Friday" (Oni Press) by Michael Moreci and Jarrett Williams   Follow us!

Worthy Chaos Redemption , written by Corissa Grant , follows Seraphina and Draven, respectively descendants of Angels and Demons, as they are bound together during the Angel and Demon War.   Mitch and Corissa talk about her start in comics and where she wants "Worthy Chaos Redemption" to go.   Check out the Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/worthychaoscomics/worthy-chaos7   Fo...

Mitch is out of town so we prerecorded a new decided to bring back "Guilty Pleasure/Dumpster Fire" with "Prince of Persia: Sands of Time." Is this film worthy of the hate it gets? Only one way to find out!   The Pull List "Quinnelope and the Cookie King" ( Oni Press ) by HF Brownfield and Kayla Coombs "Sainted Love" ( Vault ) by Steve Orlando and Giopota   Follow us!  

Writing team Wells Thompson and Dalton K. Shannon are back promoting their Kickstarter for " Frankenstein the Unconquered "!   "Frankenstein the Unconquered" tells the story of Frankenstein's monster return to a post-apocalyptic 500 years in the future. The Kickstarter is for issues 3 and 4, with Frank and the Wolfman on a journey for revenge.   You can back "Frankenstein the Unconquered" until Oc...

Mitch asks the rest to find the pumpkin spice line he won't cross. We also talk about a new "Gargoyles" video game, a "Good Omens" Kickstarter, "Buffy" coming to Audible and how Michael Cera got the "Scott Pilgrim" gang back together.   The Pull List: "Matchmaker" ( Silver Sprocket ) by Cam Marshall "Queen of Swords" ( Vault ) by Michael Moreci and Corin Howell   Follow us!

Have you missed us? Cause we've missed you. To prove it, we're giving you topics such as Baldur's Gate 3 being THIRSTY, a D&D-inspired bourbon and Florida Man being, well, Florida Man.   The Pull List: "Lights" ( Oni Press ) by Brenna Thummler "Wrapped Up" (Oni Press) by Dave Scheidt and Scoot McMahon   We're also participating in this year's Trevor Project's reading challenge ! The Trevor Pro...

Andre Owens is a comic book writer and screenwriter. He's currently in the home stretch of a Kickstarter for "Bovine League," a comic about a team of super-powered cows. Andre talks with Mitch about this comic, his other works, his thoughts on the WGA strike and much more. (Also, apologies on some of the audio quality; Mitch's computer is a jerk.)   Check out the Kickstarter here !   Follow us!

Rock and Run for Mental Health is an upcoming mile/5k event that also features live music, an art show and food trucks. It also benefits different mental health organizations, such as The American Federation for Suicide Prevention , Bigger Than the Trail and Hope for the Day . Lydia chats with one of the organizers of the event, Brandon Damm. Rock and Run for Mental will be held Saturday, Septembe...

We take a look back at some of the big news and trailers that came out of this year's San Diego Comic Con. We would have dropped this sooner, but we were trying to get our hands on a pizza-scented Xbox controller.   Follow us!

Comic creator Anthony Stokes returns to the Artist Alley Spotlight to talk about his new comic, "Tap or Die," which is on Kickstarter until July 25. "Tap or Die" tells the story of Domino, a professional wrestler who is out for revenge against a commissioner and league after the commissioner sets him up. Check out the Kickstarter here . Follow us!

Matt and Tabitha give their takes on "Nimona" and "Indiana Jones" while Mitch gets excited for the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes and Cheese Ball.   The Pull List: "Unnatural Order" ( Vault ) by Christopher Yost and Val Rodrigues "Underground" ( Saturday AM ) by J.R. De Bard "Sengoku Youko" ( Tokyopop ) by Satoshi Mizukami   Trailer Takedown: "Happiness for Beginners" "Futurama" "Rogers: The Musical...

Caleb Palmquist is the creator of "Unicorn Vampire Hunter," which is on Kickstarter now. The book has as much heart as it does vampires. Mitch talks with Caleb about "Unicorn Vampire Hunter" as well as some of his other projects, his comics background and more. Check out the Kickstarter here ! Follow us!

Mitch only has one phrase when he doesn't have an opinion about something...   This week's Trailer Takedown features "Beanie Bubble," "Dumb Money," "Squid Game 2" and "3 Body Problem." Later on in Gut Reaction, the gang talks about "Star Trek: Prodigy" getting canned, "Harry Potter: Magic Awakened" being released, Rep. Robert Garcia trying to help comic creators and more!   The Pull List "Nuking A...

Hologram Hunter is a new graphic novel by Scott A. Ford about a protagonist and his robotic cat as they try to take on creatures killing any organic life in the city. The book also stands out because it is presented in 2D and 3D.   Scott and Mitch discuss more about the book as well as some of his other works, his creative process and more.   Follow us!

"The Flash" stumbles and "Elemental" flames out. But we're finally back with an all-new episode! In Trailer Takedown, "Kraven The Hunter," "Justice League: Warworld," "Nimona" and "One Piece" battle it out for trailer supremacy. Then, in Gut Reaction, we discuss the newest issue of "Nightwing," "Star Wars Outlaws," the right and wrong way to handle fan backlash and much more! The Pull List: "Xino"...

Mitch and Matt are back with another episode of Comic Sans Drinks. To help celebrate Pride, we pair ND Stevenson's "Nimona" with a Shark Bite. Why? You'll have to listen to the podcast to find out. Drink it: 1 fl oz simple syrup 3/4 fl oz spiced rum 3/4 fl oz light rum 1/2 fl oz Blue Curacao 1/2 fl oz lime juice 3 drops (or more -- feel free to go crazy) grenadine Fill cocktail shaker with ice. Ad...

Kylar Merrell is a comic book writer, letterer and founder of Foreign Press Comics . He joins Mitch to talk about "Comics from the Kitchen," which is currently on Zoop , a crowdfunding site specifically for indie comics. Check out the campaign here: https://zoop.gg/c/comicsfromthekitchen Follow us!

It's the first episode of our spin-off podcast! Join Matt and Mitch as we pair some of our favorite comic books with a drink (alcoholic or otherwise) that matches the theme of the comic. First up, we have "Green Lantern: Rebirth," the 2004 mini-series written by Geoff Johns. While we break down the comic, we sip on a cocktail ALSO called Green Lantern. What you'll need: 2 oz tequila 2 oz orange ju...

" Depths " is a graphic novel on Kickstarter about an engineer trapped underwater for years and his best friend who will do anything to find him. Mitch is joined by Wells Thompson and Dalton K Shannon , the writing team behind this story about grief, guilt and survival. But we also talk about, among other things, their dream collaborators and what opinions Wells has on pasta.   Follow us!

Mitch talks with comic book creator Zack Kaplan , writer of "Break Out" (TPB out now from Dark Horse Comics ), "Mindset" (TPB out in June from Vault Comics ), and so many other awesome comics!   Follow us!

We celebrate May the 4th with The Wakery , a late-night spot in Springfield serving great times and NA drinks.   The Pull List "Lamentation" ( Oni Press ) by Cullen Bunn and Arjuna Susini "The Nasty" ( Vault ) by John Lees and George Kambadais "Ogi's Summer Break" ( Tokyopop ) by Koikawa "My Stupid Life" ( Silver Sprocket ) by Mitch Clem   Follow us!

Whether you missed out on C2E2 this year or just want to relive it, this is the episode for you! Interviews with: Skottie Young Ashley Winstead Merlins Munchies Joey Esposito and Sean Von Gorman Popcorn Psychology Liana Kangas Kat Calamia It's Kind of a Fun Story Sparkle! Designs   Follow us!

Who is this week's Trailer Takedown winner? "Secret Invasion"? "Godzilla X Kong"? "Frog and Toad"? The Pull List: "Heartstrings: Melissa Etheridge and Her Guitars" by Steve Hochman, Frank Marraffino and Manuela Pertega ( Z2 ) "Judas Priest: Screaming For Vengeance" by Rantz A. Hoseley , Neil Kleid and Christopher Mitten (Z2) "Money Shot Comes Again" by Tim Seeley and Gisele Lagace ( Vault ) Follow...

We have more comics than you can shake a stick at this episode. "Gunhild" by Fred Tornager ( Saturday AM ) "The Nasty" by John Lees and George Kambadais ( Vault ) "The Mare" by Seth Martel ( Graphic Mundi ) "Barbaric: Hell to Pay" by Michael Moreci and Nathan Gooden (Vault) "Amelia Aierwood: Basic Witch" by Emily Hampshire , Eliot Rahal and Kristen Gudsnuk ( Z2 ) "Monarch" by Rodney Barnes and Ale...