The Geekcentric Podcast

This is our spoiler-free review for Marvel Television’s VisionQuest. Join Nate, Darcy, and Justin as we share our thoughts after watching all eight episodes. We discuss its connection to WandaVision, the inventive design of Vision’s Mind Mansion, and the performances that bring these AI personalities to life—including standouts Emily Hampshire and James Spader alongside Paul Bettany. We also discu...

Go inside Vision’s Mindspace with the cast and creator of Marvel Television’s VisionQuest!  Justin and Nate chat with Emily Hampshire about bringing E.D.I.T.H.’s thrill-seeking personality to life, her ever-changing wardrobe, and the AI housemates who share Vision’s inner world. Nate also sits down with Paul Bettany to discuss his journey from J.A.R.V.I.S. to Vision, then joins James Spader a...

This is our spoiler-free review for Misty Green as part of our ongoing coverage from the Toronto International Film Festival. Justin, Nate, and Darcy discuss Chris Rock’s Hollywood drama, led by a standout performance from Rosalind Eleazar alongside Daniel Kaluuya, Adam Driver, Anna Kendrick and Topher Grace. We explore the film’s gritty L.A. atmosphere, its impressive ensemble, and an uneven stor...

This is our spoiler-free review for Carrie as part of our ongoing coverage from the Toronto International Film Festival. Nate and Justin discuss Mike Flanagan’s new adaptation of Stephen King’s classic, including its ominous atmosphere, music choices, and standout performances from Summer H. Howell and Samantha Sloyan. We also explore its unsettling take on modern bullying and how the series bring...

This is our spoiler-free review of Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother, as part of our ongoing coverage from the Toronto International Film Festival. Justin and Nate discuss Bassam Tariq’s thriller starring Mahershala Ali as a hitman navigating faith, fatherhood, and grief. From its textured visuals and brutal bursts of action to Ali’s grounded performance and John Cho’s wildly entertaining turn,...

This is our spoiler-free review for DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island. Justin and Darcy share their thoughts on the film’s vibrant animation, its celebration of Filipino culture, mythology and folklore, and the heartfelt friendship between Jo and Raissa at the centre of this wild adventure. We also discuss the incredible voice cast, the world of Nakali, and how the film explores growing up,...

Our first spoiler-free review from our TIFF coverage is here! Nate, Darcy and Justin buckle up for The Stunt Driver, a distinctly Canadian story about stuntman Ken Carter and his larger-than-life ambition. We discuss Jay Baruchel's performance, the film’s clever semi-documentary style, and how its story captures the excitement and frustration of dreaming big. The Stunt Driver is in theatres Septem...

TIFF26 is officially a wrap! In this episode, Justin, Nate, and Darcy look back at Geekcentric’s second year covering the Toronto International Film Festival. We break down our favourite festival movies, our biggest surprises and disappointments, the films we wish we had seen, the TIFF26 award winners, and some of our favourite moments from another incredible year at the festival. We also reflect...

This week, we’re going Behind The Geeks with Geoffrey Thorne, executive producer and showrunner of Batman: Caped Crusader. Justin sits down with Geoffrey to discuss creating a Batman series for an audience that has grown up with the character, reinventing some of Gotham’s most iconic villains, and finding new ways to approach characters with decades of history behind them. We also dive into Season...

This is our spoiler-free review for LEGO® Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Nate and Darcy break down their thoughts discussing its animation style, surprising cast, great Lego style humour, and how it serves as a fun, family-friendly recap of the Disney+ original series LEGO® Star Wars: The Mandalorian debuts on Disney+ on Wednesday, September 2. Check out Geekcentric on YouTube | Instagram | Twit...

Today, Justin, Darcy and Nate recap their experience at Fan Expo Canada 2026 and ask whether this year’s convention lived up to expectations. They discuss the overcrowded show floor, the noticeable absence of major studio activations, and an expanded Artist Alley that often felt too congested to properly explore. Despite the disappointing floor experience, the convention still delivered some memor...

Join us for a special edition of Behind The Geeks featuring Sarah Natochenny, the iconic voice of Ash Ketchum! Sarah sits down with Nate to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pokémon and reflect on her remarkable journey bringing one of animation’s most beloved heroes to life. She shares what playing Ash has meant to her, discusses the character’s enduring legacy, and recalls some of her favourite...

In this special Behind The Geeks episode, Justin sits down with Coyote vs. Acme stars Will Forte and Lana Condor to discuss the long-awaited film and its remarkable journey to the screen. They talk about whether the movie’s real-life history changed how they see its corporate satire, the surprises of acting opposite animated characters, and what audiences might see differently in Wile E. Coyote af...

This is our spoiler-free review for Coyote vs. Acme. Nate, Justin, and Darcy discuss the film’s live-action and animated style, the performances from Will Forte, Lana Condor, and John Cena, and the surprising emotional depth given to Wile E. Coyote. We also explore how the movie’s troubled journey to the screen adds another layer to its story about perseverance, corporate greed, and an underdog re...

Disney unveiled the future of its movies, shows, games, theme parks and cruise line at D23—and we’re breaking it all down in one MASSIVE episode. Join Justin and his fellow Mouseketeers - Darcy and Nate - for a deep dive into Friday night’s Disney Entertainment Showcase, featuring announcements from Disney Animation, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and more. Then, we head from the screen into the parks f...

This is our spoiler-filled discussion of X-Men ’97 Season 2. Join Justin, Nate, and Darcy as we break down the entire season, covering what worked, what didn’t, our favourite moments, the evolution of Apocalypse, and some of the biggest finale reveals. We also dive into what's next and where the story could be heading in Season 3. All episodes of X-Men ’97 Season 2 are streaming now on Disney+. Ch...

This is our spoiler-filled review for House of the Dragon Season 3! Join Nate and Darcy as they break down the season’s highs and lows, including its biggest battles, pivotal character arcs, key moments, and deviations from the source material. They also dive into the season finale, the deeper lore behind the story, and what it could all mean for the future of the series. All episodes of House of...

This is our spoiler-free review of Star Wars: Visions Presents — The Ninth Jedi. Continuing the story established in the Visions shorts The Ninth Jedi and The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope, the series follows Lah Kara as she trains under Margrave Juro and joins a new fellowship of Jedi-in-training on a quest to save her father.  Join Nate, Darcy, and Justin as they discuss Production I.G’s stunning an...

This is our spoiler-filled discussion for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Join Justin, Darcy, and Nate as they dive into every major reveal, including the mystery surrounding Sadie Sink's character, the film's biggest surprises, standout moments, favourite scenes, the ending, the post-credit scene, and what it all could mean for the future of Spider-Man and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. This episode c...

This is our spoiler-free review for Batman: Caped Crusader Season 2. Join Nate, Darcy and Justin as they dive into the latest season of Prime Video's acclaimed animated series, discussing its stunning noir-inspired animation, standout performances, bold new takes on Batman's iconic rogues gallery, and how each mystery builds toward a gripping larger story.  Check out Geekcentric on YouTube | Insta...

This is our spoiler-free review for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Join Justin, Darcy, and Nate as they break down the film's striking comic-inspired visuals, standout performances, emotional story, and why this next chapter is exactly the follow-up Peter Parker needed after Spider-Man: No Way Home. As always, this is a spoiler-free discussion. That means we won't be revealing who Sadie Sink is playin...

On today’s episode, Justin, Nate and Darcy break down the biggest news, trailers and surprises from San Diego Comic-Con 2026! They’re talking God of War: Laufey, Rick Moranis returning as Dark Helmet, Marvel Studios’ massive Hall H reveals and the future of convention activations. Then, they react to the latest trailers and first looks for Percy Jackson Season 3 from Disney, Marvel’s Wolverine fro...

This is our spoiler-free review for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. Join Justin, Nate, and Darcy as they share their first impressions before diving into what worked—and what didn't—in Nolan's ambitious adaptation of Homer's timeless epic. We discuss the film's breathtaking visuals, Hoyte van Hoytema's stunning cinematography, the commitment to practical filmmaking, and why this may be Christophe...

This is our full review and discussion of IO Interactive’s 007 First Light. Join Nate and Darcy as they break down how the game captures the ultimate James Bond fantasy, from its thrilling opening mission to its unforgettable finale. We dive into the gameplay, stealth mechanics, standout performances, cinematic storytelling, and the incredible musical score that brings the world of 007 to life. 00...

Disney’s beloved adventure returns in live action! Join us for our full review and discussion of Disney’s Moana, as we break down what works, what doesn’t, and whether this remake justifies revisiting one of Disney Animation’s most celebrated films. We discuss Catherine Laga‘aia’s standout performance as Moana, Dwayne Johnson’s return as Maui, the breathtaking celebration of Polynesian culture, th...