Geeks Of Glenwood: Recent Episodes
Ken and Mitch and Stefan and Matt
This episode has Stefan and Ken looking at a lighthearted romantic comedy about health foods...wait, no, that's not right. This is the October episode, and so it is slightly thematic in this case. The two are looking at "Vampire Hunter D." This relic from the 80's has been on the list, and we guarantee you that this was a fun discussion between the two hosts. How fun? Just listen on to find out!
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Come brave listeners, and delve into the treacherous dungeons with your intrepid hosts, Ken and Mitch! This week on Game of Shelves, the Board Game Boys are slaying monsters with the power of friendship (and magic and big swords) in Massive Darkness 2. Do you dare dive deeper into the doom of darkness?
In honor of Batman Day, Mitch and Matt sit down and discuss their favorite Batman stories in comics. Are their favorites your favorites? Find out in this episode!
Content Warning: discussions of suicide
Holy hidden layers! The Penguin returns in this two-parter, and his scheme is so twisted that even the Caped Crusader has trouble trying to figure it out! Can Ken and Matt puzzle it out first? Or will they be left in awe by the astounding caper that is revealed? Find out in this new episode! Thanks for listening!
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Ken and Stefan sure do like junk food. This is a fact. And this show they're looking at this week features a lot of it. This week, the duo are looking at the series "Dagashi Kashi." Does it have what it takes to be a classic? Does it have enough story to satisfy them? Does Stefan have another challenge for Sonia? Listen on to find out!
We're taking flight at Game of Shelves! This week Ken and Mitch are discussing Wingspan, the board game of birds. Hear them wax poetic on plumage and beaks and other bird-related topics on this chirping good episode of Game of Shelves.
It's Mishmash Geek Bash time! For this special episode, Stefan sits down with Mitch to discuss LARPs and Ren Faires, two hobbies that the boys recently got to participate in. Are these going to turn into recurring hobbies for them? Tune in and find out!
Marvel's First Family is back in theaters, this time under the umbrella of the MCU! How did Mitch and Matt feel about it? Tune in this week on Pow, Blam, Splat! to find out!
It's Jonah Hex! Wait...no, no it isn't. Just some guy named Shame. But perhaps he'll prove just as deadly and efficient. He's certainly a hit with the kids. Well, a kid. This is an interesting one, listeners. We hope you have fun unraveling this tale just like Ken and Matt did. As always, thanks for listening!
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Strap in for another thrilling adventure! Well, half thrilling, half cozy. That special blend that Hayao Miyazaki excels at. Today we're looking at Howl's Moving Castle! A Japanese movie based on an English book. How does it do? Listen on to find out! And be prepared for the perfect casting of Billy Crystal as the voice of Calcifer! Thanks for listening!
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This episode was 2 years in the making! Not really...but it sounds better than forgetting we had it recorded for that long.
Welcome back to "In This White House," where Ken and Lora are looking back at the dramatic series "The West Wing!" We're a little behind...mostly Ken's fault...but we're proud to finally bring you episode 6 from season 1, "Mr. Willis Of Ohio." Now, some of our comments and wise-cracks may be a little dated now, and the editing may be a little rougher from way back when, so again we apologize for the delay. But we hope you enjoy the dive into this episode and what will hopefully be the start of a more regular release schedule. Hopefully. Thanks for listening! Also note: there may not in fact be explicit content, but sometimes Lora can have a word or two slip through that we wish our listeners to be prepared for in case we miss it in the editing.
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This week, Mitch and Matt discuss Superman (2025). Does it soar? Is it our kryptonite? Find out, only on Pow, Blam, Splat!
We've got a dazzling new episode for you this week! Batman and Robin face off with Marsha, the Queen of Diamonds, in this two-part story! What is she after? Can the Dynamic Duo stop her? Will we ever look at O'Hara the same again? Listen on to find out! And enjoy the usual sprinkling of witty banter and tangents galore.
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Are you ready to rumble with some bugs? Not Starship Troopers, but a sort of wannabe version of Evangelion perhaps. Yup, we're looking at Blue Gender! Can Ken and Stefan make heads or tails of this series that bridged the gap from the 1990's to the 2000's? Listen on to find out!
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Summer is heating up, and so are the games! This week, Ken and Mitch are deep diving into Five Tribes. With a system based on mancala and a rich world of bespoke djinn, multiple meeples, and bountiful resources, join the boys on this journey, only on Game of Shelves!
July is shaping up to be quite the heroic month! This week, Mitch and Matt are discussing the final Fantastic Four trailer and the current state of the MCU. What are their thoughts? What have they liked, and what would they change? Find out on a new episode of Pow, Blam, Splat!
The Joker strikes back! Can Batman and Robin figure out the key to his nefarious plot? Can Matt and Ken understand what is happening in these episodes? Only time, and this episode, will tell! We hope you enjoy this episode. Please remember to share us and rate us!
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Get ready for intense sword swinging action! Maybe. A little bit. This episode brings you the series "Bamboo Blade," which is all about a high school kendo team. That's right, it's our sports themed episode! Does it contain enough sporting action to pass the test? Find out! And thanks for listening!
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We're off to the races! Join Ken and Mitch as they discuss all the rip-roaring good times to be found in the racing board game phenomenon Heat: Pedal to the Metal. Race to the finish with them on this episode of Game of Shelves!
This week on Pow, Blam, Splat! Mitch and Matt talk about the new Superman trailer, and the creators of the iconic character, Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster.
It's time to chill! This week brings the return of the Dynamic Duo's most cold-blooded villain: Mr. Freeze! Can Ken and Matt keep warm enough while figuring out his nefarious plot? Will their jokes leave you cold? Listen on as they discuss the plot, the new actor, and just some random facts. Thanks for listening!
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This is a big one. Bigger than Bebop potentially. Ken and Stefan dare to take a step into the world of pretty boys once again, with Ouran High Host Club! What was their experience like? Is the series a classic in their eyes? Do they now wish to start a host club? Listen on to find out!
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Greetings, faithful listeners! This episode of Game of Shelves is all about comic collections, and how to get the best ones. Join Ken and Mitch as they discuss Comic Hunters, a Marvel-themed collection game of epic proportions!
CONTENT WARNING: Discussions of death (specifically child death) and violence. Listener discretion is advised.
Pow, Blam, Splat! returns with a brand new subject: indie horror comic Something is Killing the Children. Join Mitch and Matt as they discuss the first volume of this instantly iconic entry into comic history and see if you should read it for yourself!
A nefarious criminal has returned with his most evil plot yet! The Penguin strikes using the most clever of methods: politics! What is his scheme? Can Batman and Robin put a stop to it? Can Matt and Ken figure out if they actually enjoyed this particular caper? Listen on to find out!
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Time to leap into the present once again! Ken and Stefan are proud to present their take on a more recent series: Dragon Ball Daima! How does it stack up to previous series? Does it have the makings of a future classic? Listen on to find out! Then be sure to head over to our Facebook page to share your thoughts Thanks for listening!
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We're back from the flu, and stronger than before! To prove it, we tackled a game based on a notoriously difficult video game franchise! Today, we're covering Dark Souls The Board Game! Did it end the same way the video game ends? You can probably guess, but it will be far more fun to listen to the tale we weave! And to do so, Ken is joined by two guest hosts: Stefan and Ben! You though our tangents were plentiful before? Just get a load of this episode! We hope you enjoy their dive into this dark fantasy game!
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Maestro, if you please...
Batman and Robin take on their most melodious foe since The Minstrel! We bring you...Fingers! Or Harry? Or Chandell? Definitely, we get to see Liberace in a most entertaining performance. Can Batman and Robin solve this puzzling caper? Can Matt and Ken find enough puns to fill the time? Listen on to find out!
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What do you get when you cross the director of Cowboy Bebop with samurai? A hip-hop infused romp through questionable history! That show is then called Samurai Champloo! Ken and Stefan sit down to give their thoughts on this early 2000's series, and after wrapping their heads around it all, decide if it gets the label of classic or not. Buckle up, this one gets a little wild. Thanks for listening!
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Well, saddle up pardners! It's an action-packed, rootin-tootin' adventure that we've rustled up just for you. Join Ken and Mitch on this side of the Mississippi as they gallop headfirst into the game Western Legends!
This show needs some extra spookiness! Well, we come close with the guest star villain at least. Vincent Price rolls into town as Egghead! Not spooky, really, but definitely full of rotten ideas. Almost as rotten as the puns that get scrambled about by Matt and Ken. Can they surpass the level of puns tossed about by this villain, and is it a good thing if they do? Found out this, and of course hear their thoughts on the two episodes, in this new episode! Thanks for listening!
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Time to learn some ballroom dancing! What? It's referring to war? This is more of Mobile Suit Gundam Wing? Well then, it seems I may have been slightly confused. And that may be due to the movie/OVA itself! Listen on to see what Ken and Stefan think about this continuation and whether they find it worthy of the label "classic." Thanks for listening!
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Do you like Yahtzee? Do you wish Yahtzee had PvP mechanics so you could use your rolls to vanquish your opponents? Then the boys at Game of Shelves have a game for you! Join Ken and Mitch as they deep dive on a personal favorite: Dice Throne!
Holy New Year! It may be a new year, but our hosts are just as full of bad puns and hazy memory as ever. We return with a new year of Bat-Facts, with Matt and Ken tackling a two part series centered around the monarch of moments, Clock King! Can Batman and Robin handle his attention to detail? Can Ken remember enough details to talk about the episodes? Listen on to find out! Thanks for listening!
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The teenage angst is so thick, you could cut it with a knife! We're diving back into 90's Mecca anime with another entry in the Mobile Suit Gundam universe, catching up with Gundam Wing! Can this ragtag group of teenage pilots help bring peace to the solar system? And can Stefan and Ken figure out who are actually the good guys? Listen on to find out! Thanks for listening!
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Welcome to 2025! What better way to kick off the new year, than by looking back at the old year? Sonia joins Ken for this special episode as they discuss their year of games from 2024. How many did they play? What were the best? Listen on to find out! And feel free to visit our Facebook page to share some of your favorites! Thanks for listening!
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The end of another year! That means we're bringing you another of our patented wrap-ups! Listen on to hear us recap the year, answer silly questions, answer serious questions, and hear Ken promise to bring In This White House to a more regular release schedule. Ah, traditions! We thank you for listening, and hope your new year starts out spectacularly!
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Well...this is a movie. One that Santa Mitch and Special Lieutenant Elf Stefan watched. Enjoy, Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays!
Santa Mitch is back with the second entry in this trilogy of classics(?), and this time he's brought along Special Elf Matt for the adventure! How does the second Clause movie rank against the first? Listen to this holly jolly episode to find out!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you lovely geeks! This year for Geeks of Tinselwood, Santa Mitch is sitting down with his little helpers to discuss The Santa Clause trilogy. Up first is Elf Ken with the one that kicked it all off, The Santa Clause!
We're back! This month, we found ourselves with a surprise (to the unprepared) fifth Saturday, and a horde of technology gremlins in the way. But after battling fiercely, we proudly present the next episode of Glenwood Gab! Ken sits down with a couple of special guests to discuss board games, video games, and a dash of Pokemon. We hope you enjoy! Thanks for listening!
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We got your piping hot episode, fresh from the oven, just like Ma used to make! Wait...Ma...Ma Parker!? That's right, our duo of heroes take on the gang of ne'er-do-wells led by none other than the notorious Ma Parker! How will Batman and Robin deal with these foes? How will Matt and Ken deal with these episodes? Listen on to find out! Thanks for listening!
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It's time for a fresh list! Stefan and Ken are looking back on everything they've rated since the first episode, and giving them slightly more specific ratings! Where will each one land? Will they agree on all of them? Find out! Thanks for listening!
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The holiday season is upon us! Which also means family gatherings are upon us! Join Ken and Mitch as they go through some board games they think are great to bust out at Thanksgiving or other holiday gatherings in this new episode of Game of Shelves.
Happy Halloween listeners! Today we bring you the final part of our Ghosts of Glenwood series for this year. What better way than with a spooky story? This one is brought to you by Matt and his family! We hope you enjoy this, and we wish everyone a safe and happy Halloween! Thanks for listening!
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What do you get when you set two country boys in the middle of a slasher film? Why, the best team to tackle the situation! Especially if one of those gents is played by Alan Tudyk . That's right, we're diving into "Tucker and Dale Versus the Forces of Evil." And who better to join Matt in looking at this gem of a film than his better half, Katie! What do the two think of this cinematic wonder? Listen on to find out! Thanks for listening!
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We're going further back into the history of Batman...by watching a new series! Matt and Ken are happy to present their discussion on the new series from Amazon, Batman: Caped Crusader! It was too good of an opportunity to pass up, in their humble opinions. How does the show stand up to previous iterations? Is it worth a watch? Listen on to find out! And as always, thanks for listening!
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We found what we felt was an appropriate anime for the spookiest month of the year. Maybe second spookiest if you procrastinate on taxes. We're diving into the 2001 series of Hellsing! Vampires! Ghouls! Immortal priests! This show has a whole bunch of fun wrapped into it. But is it a classic? Listen on to find out. Thanks for listening and sharing!
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Welcome to another exciting and chilling episode of Ghosts of Glenwood! On this episode, Matt and Mitch discuss the movie M3gan, which haunts English teachers in two ways. Do I pronounce the 3? I don't understand. Is it part of a trilogy? Sorry, I'm off topic. What do our fearless hosts think of this one? Listen on to find out. Thanks for listening!
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Spooky season has returned! And so has our annual miniseries, Ghosts of Glenwood! What does Matt have in store this year? To start with, he'll bring Ken around to discuss an often underrated (in Ken's opinion) movie called House, from 1985. Listen on to see if he can gather his thoughts enough to convince Matt and all of our listeners about why this is a great movie. Thanks for listening!
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Have you ever noticed how we go off on a random topic once in a blue moon? Well, we finally decided to harness that energy for something new. Something exciting. We present: Glenwood Gab! Sort of like Mishmash, except instead of one topic per episode, we cover several. We hope you enjoy listening to us just chatting about a bunch of things, and please be sure to let us know if you want to hear more episodes like this. Thanks for listening!
Get ready for a dive into one of the craziest series we've looked at yet. It's time to check out FLCL! What do our hosts recall of this short series from the past, and how does it feel to them today? Can they wrap their heads around it better now, or even less so? Find out the answers to these questions, and maybe have several more raised, in this thrilling new episode! Thanks for listening!
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Did you know that there's a cooperative expansion for Viticulture, thereby ensuring that Ken and Mitch weren't wrong when they said they'd review Viticulture this month even though they already had?...So did we! Phew!
It's an extra Saturday in August, so you know what that means: an episode of Mishmash Geek Bash! This time, Mitch sat down with special guest Andrew to talk about the amazing world of Professional Wrestling. Are you a Face or a Heel? Will you be a World Champ fan and listen all the way through, or are you gonna tap out early? This is an episode with no time limit, and only one winner: you!
A Crisis has come to the DC Universe, and things will never be the same. Join Mitch and Matt as they break down the first half of Infinite Crisis, and talk through their thoughts! Did they enjoy it? Did everything work as a cohesive story? Is it impenetrable to anyone without a familiarity with DC Comics? All this and more this week on Pow, Blam, Splat!
You can't keep a good villain down! Even if that means giving a character a heady injury in order to facilitate their return. We look this week at the next story in season 2 of Batman, dealing with the return of King Tut! What is his plot? Why is he back to a life of crime? Who would agree to work for him? Found out the answers to these questions and more, as well as hear some new questions that aren't answered, as Ken and Matt dive in to this tale. Also listen as Ken starts to ramble on about a board game, forgetting which show he's recording. Zounds! We hope you enjoy, and thanks for listening!
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Space. So majestic. So mysterious. So full of giant robots and epic space operas playing out. This time, Ken and Stefan are trying to find the words to describe one of those series, known as Martian Successor Nadesico. If these two made the podcast just to talk about The Devil Is A Part-Timer, then this is the spiritual sequel. Or prequel. Why is that? We think you'll find out once you give it a listen. As always, thanks for listening!
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It's time to journey to forbidden lands, and face impossible odds to survive against the elements and nature itself. That's right, Ken and Mitch are talking about the Forbidden series of games! Forbidden Island, Forbidden Desert, Forbidden Sky, and Forbidden Jungle: this fourteen-year-old series continues to go strong, and the boys are ready to dive in!
We're done being heroes. It's time to let the villains take center stage! Join Matt and Mitch as they discuss Villains United, where DC Comics put Catman (yes, CATMAN) center stage in a great six issue mini series. That's all for this month's Pow, Blam, Splat!
Crime is on the rampage yet again! With a twinkle in its eye, and a song on its lips this time. This episode has Ken and Matt watching Batman and Robin challenge the nefarious foe known only as "The Minstrel!" Who is this menace? What is his plan? Can they stop him? Will Alfred still be on track for retirement? Find out by listening on! Thanks for listening!
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What do you get when you cross a cat with a bus? If your answer was a new character from the Transformers universe, you're a little off. If your answer is one of the most easily recognizable characters from a beloved anime movie from a legendary anime director, you're in the right spot! Stefan and Ken dive into the tale woven by Hayao Miyazaki in his film "My Neighbor Totoro." Does it stand up to the test of time? Listen on to find out! And please remember to subscribe, leave a comment, leave a rating, and share us with others. Thanks for listening!
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We're headed to the Wasteland of the Fallout universe, and that means Ken and Mitch are reviewing Fallout the board game! Did they like it? Did they hate it? Did anyone get killed by a Deathclaw? You'll just have to tune in and listen for yourself because a board game review podcast...a board game review podcast never changes.
If we have five Saturdays, that means it's the perfect time to release a new Mishmash episode! This episode finds Stefan at the helm, joined by a special guest. The two will be discussing a topic near and dear to them: retro video games. We hope you enjoy their nostalgic trip. Thanks for listening!
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The world of DC Comics is in chaos on the way to Infinite Crisis, and only the Shadowpact can save magic as we know it. Join Mitch and Matt as they dive into this world of magic and darkness this week with the miniseries Day of Vengeance!
Remember that time when they said "Next week: Catwoman?" Well, it's finally next week! Feels like it was a lot longer somehow. Ken and Matt return to tackle the newest caper from the lady cat burglar! What's her scheme this time? Will Batman and Robin be able to stop her? Will Chief O'Hara be of help this time? Find out in this new episode! And thanks for listening!
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Who's a demon on wheels? Is he actually a demon? Ken and Stefan try to answer these questions and more in this episode of "You Thought This Was An Anime Podcast" where they look at one of the earliest anime to come to the states, Speed Racer! How does it stand up to the test of time? Listen on to find out. Thanks for listening!
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We return with a special episode of Game of Shelves, cohosted by a special guest! Sonia joins Ken to discuss the state of hobby board gaming, touching on multiple topics and discussing their thoughts on how things are going. We hope you enjoy this discussion, and please feel free to send us your thoughts as well! Thanks for listening!
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Wow, faithful listeners! Matt and Mitch are back with the next prelude to Infinite Crisis: Rann-Thanagar War! The boys have thoughts, and you don't want to miss this episode where they talk everything from plot to longevity and what makes a miniseries good in hindsight.
We've returned! Just like a batarang thrown by Batman himself! Matt and Ken return as a dynamic duo to discuss season 2 of the Dynamic Duo featured in Batman '66! This episode brings us face to face with The Archer. How do they fare? Listen on to find out! And as always, thanks for listening!
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Get your time machine of choice ready, because we're going back. All the way to the 80's, where we've been before to be honest. This time, Ken and Stefan set their sights on space, and some heavy scientific theories. And robots. We're diving into "Gunbuster" and all of its OVA goodness. What did they think? Listen on to find out. As always, thanks for listening!
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It is a period of civil war. Or, at least, it's a tabletop recreation of a period of civil war. That's right, this time Ken and Mitch sit down to tackle the rancor-sized game that is Star Wars Rebellion. Join them across the galaxy as Darth Ken wields the might of his Galactic Empire to try and crush Mitch Skywalker and his scrappy Rebel Alliance. Who will win? The Wookie, obviously! May the Fourth be with you on this episode of Game of Shelves!
We like to talk about all sorts of things when we review series, so we figured it was time to cover the state of anime as a whole. Was this a big undertaking? You bet. Were we up to it? You...can find out by listening! Ken and Stefan talk their history with anime, and how they've seen it change over time. We hope you enjoy this episode, and thanks for listening!
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Are you ready for a new take on worker placement/resource management/player vs player/etc.? This game, Dwellings of Eldervale, has a mix of many things, and creates quite the experience. Is it a good one? Listen on to find out! And be sure to leave a review, share us, and maybe check out our Facebook page to share your thoughts. Thanks for listening!
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Matt and Mitch are still on the road to Infinite Crisis! This time they're looking at The OMAC Project, where a less-than-human threat is rising in power to eradicate all life. Will the heroes stop them? Did Matt & Mitch enjoy the comic? Find out this week on Pow, Blam, Splat!
Holy recap episode! Or should we say, best of? Matt and Ken list off their top five favorite moments from the first season of the 1966 Batman Television Series. Which moments did they pick? Did they match yours? Did they match each other? Listen on and find out! And thanks for listening!
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What does Norse mythology, a phone, and a motorcycle have in common? The answer lies in this week's episode where we take a look at the series "Ah! My Goddess." What do our intrepid hosts think of this? If you listened to our Top Ten episode, you had a sneak peek for one! We hope you enjoy, and thanks for listening!
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Winter is coming. Or continues to come. Or actually hasn't really stuck around this year. Yeah, the joke was better when we planned it last year, but Ken and Mitch are playing Endless Winter! Join the boys as they discuss this truly vast game about surviving a harsh winter as paleoamericans in this month's episode of Game of Shelves.
We're celebrating Pokemon day! And what better way than with a special episode all about our love of Pokemon? Ken sits down with his friend Lloyd to discuss the origins with the cultural phenomenon and where it has taken them to currently and in the future. We hope you enjoy, and thanks for listening! And be sure to check out Lloyd's channel of Youtube!
www.youtube.com/@megablitzz
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The DC Universe stands on the brink of a new Crisis! Matt and Mitch are diving headfirst into this company-wide crossover event with the prequel to the story itself. Join us on this super journey into a DC Comics classic storyline!
After many broken campaign promises (as you'll hear in the episode), we're back! Hopefully on a regular schedule, aside from this episode being released on a Saturday. This episode continues season one of The West Wing with a look at episode 5, "The Crackpots and These Women." Lora and Ken discuss the finer points of this episode, along with nature documentaries and other assorted tangents. We hope you enjoy, and thanks for listening!
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Let there be fantasy mechs! In this episode, Ken and Stefan dive deep into the 90's with The Vision of Escaflowne! How does this series of pretty boys and dragons stand up to the test of time? Listen on to find out! Please remember to share us, leave a rating, and maybe even subscribe. And as always, thanks for listening!
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It's romance time! Ken and Mitch sit down to discuss two thematically relevant games for the month of February: Love Letters and Kenny G: Keepin' it Saxy. Buy yourself a bouquet of roses and cuddle up for this week's episode of Game of Shelves!
The Geektet has gotten together to play Dungeons & Dragons for D&D Day! May the gods have mercy on their enemies, and on you, dear listener, for the shenanigans that are about to ensue.
Content Warning: This episode includes depictions of fantasy violence against monsters/humanoid creatures.
Music used in this episode: Battle Ship by Hot_Dope
We've reached the end of season 1! And what better villain to go out on than The Penguin. What fishy scheme is he cooking up this time? Join Matt and Ken as the deftly tackle these two episodes with only the usual amount of distractions. Thanks for listening!
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Welcome to the new year! We're kicking off 2024 with a "Gut" punch! This episode has Ken and Stefan digging into the mountains of old shows to bring the old Berserk series to light. Has it held up to the test of time? These two intrepid hosts are happy to share their thoughts! Thanks for listening!
Please note, while this episode does not contain graphic descriptions of anything, we are discussing a series that is clearly meant for a mature audience. Please be aware of this before deciding to let younger listeners check it out.
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We have the power! This week on Game of Shelves, Ken and Mitch journey to Eternia to clash with the forces of Evil to save the universe in Clash for Eternia. Help us stop Skeletor and save Eternia!
Hello listeners!
We hope you have all had some wonderful holidays. We proudly present to you our wrap-up for the year of 2023! Sonia asks the questions and tries to keep us on task through the process. Can she do it? Listen on to find out! Please note, there is a bit of a sound quality difference at the start, due to technical difficulties. Just wouldn't be right without them, in our humble opinion. Thanks for listening, and see you next year!
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It's a quiet night as we close Geeks of Tinselwood for the year. Join Mitch one last time as he discusses what makes A Christmas Carol so special to him, and how its message is still relevant today.
What makes a Christmas movie a Christmas movie? That's just the question Santa Mitch and his little helper Elfy Ken are looking to answer this week in Geeks of Tinselwood! Find out if your favorite non-traditional Christmas movie made either of their lists, and if they defended them as such!
Here it is Christmastime in the far reaches of the galaxy! Santa Mitch and Elfy Matt are racing off to find the true meaning of Christmas with the Guardians of the Galaxy. Will a celebrity guest star be able to save Christmas for our heroes in this special? Listen to find out! What have we got for you under the tree this week?
'Tis the Season for Geeky Traditions! Join us back in Tinselwood as Santa Mitch and his Little Helper Stefan watch classic Christmas specials and rank them in this extra-large special present of an episode! What holiday favorites made the cut? Do they hold up? Will one drive Mitch mad this December? Take a sleigh ride to Tinselwood and see for yourselves!
It's time to join X-Matt and X-Mitch as they do a deep dive into the extraordinary X-Men! From the starting roster to modern times, join us as we gush over the mighty mutants and the reinventions they've had over the many decades in print and on screen. It's sure to be a good time, bub!
Holy molars! Are you ready for a wild ride? The Riddler makes a return in one of his most creative capers yet! Join Matt and Ken as they recap these two episodes centering around an even more classic format than even this series itself and discuss their thoughts and feelings regarding the whole case!
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It's time for another top ten list! Or rather our first actual top ten list! With a bonus list inside of honorable mentions! Ken and Stefan tackle what their top ten anime of all time are in this episode, filled with surprises and things that are no surprise at all. Is one of your favorites on there? Listen on to find out! Thanks for listening!
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Ken and Mitch are back, and this time they're taking you to Tuscany for some casual competitive vineyard fun. That's right, this week Game of Shelves is tackling Viticulture, the game all about making wine and having a successful business in the heart of Italy!
Happy Halloween everyone! Welcome back to Ghosts of Glenwood. For this final episode of the year come join host Matt with special ghost Bee as they talk about The Crimson Clown! As we finish this season, we just have one question; Are You Afraid of the Dark?
The spoopy season continues! Join host Matt, and ghost Bee, as they talk about some of the newest Pokémon Trick or Trade cards. They may laugh, they may cry, and they may wish one of Geeks of Glenwood's resident professors was around to help them learn.
Zounds! A new criminal appears on the scene! This pair of episodes of Batman introduces Ken and Matt to the Bookworm! How does he fare against Batman and Robin? And how do these episodes measure up to the previous ones? Listen on to find out! Thanks for listening!
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Welcome back to the third episode of Ghost of Glenwood. Join host Matt and his skeleton crew as they dive into the newest release of the Horrified boardgame series. There may be laughs. There may be tears. There will most definitely be dad jokes and eye rolls. Sit back and enjoy the Geek...I mean "Greek" Monsters.
It's time for a movie! Or rather, another movie! This time Stefan and Ken are taking a look at a movie of such a different style. One of Hayao Miyazaki's earliest features: Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind. They talk a little history of this one, and how their feelings may have evolved over time for this one. We hope you enjoy, and thanks for listening!
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We're back on this Friday the 13th to talk about our favorite holiday traditions! Ken, Matt, and Stefan talk about some of their favorite things of the spooky season. Or rather Matt and Stefan do while Ken fights with computer issues. Big kudos are given to Matt for getting this episode organized! We hope you enjoy, and thanks for listening!
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It's October! And that means we have a new episode dealing coincidentally with a spookier themed game! On this episode, Ken is flying solo and discussing the game Final Girl from Van Ryder Games, a single player only game all about being the final girl! How does this fare compared to multi player games? Does Ken have what it takes to be a final girl? Find out! And thanks for listening!
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Ghosts of Glenwood returns for the haunted sequel season! And what better way for our hosts of this episode, Matt and Ken, to start things off than by discussing one of the most famous legends of American history, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow! They talk the original story, adaptations, and even the actual town itself. Enjoy, and thanks for listening!
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Six and a half months later, we return! We didn't forget this series existed! Honestly! Although we do need to record more...
We return to episode 4 of The West Wing: "Five Votes Down." Lora and Ken discuss this intense episode and their feelings on the series as it continues to grow. Hopefully we'll be able to continue this journey together a little more regularly moving forward. Thanks for your patience, and as always thanks for listening!
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It's Batman Day! Or...a week after Batman Day! In a timely celebration, Mitch and Matt are ranking their Top 3 Live Action and Top 3 Animated Batmen actors! Did yours make the cut? Do you agree, or do you disagree but respect the compelling arguments they made because Mitch is sensitive and doesn't take criticism well? Listen and find out!
Great Ramses' ghost! Can our next villain really be the famous boy king from ancient Egypt? But now an adult? There's only one duo brave enough to handle this mystery. Matt and Ken! As they watch the real heroes tackle the case in this week's story from Batman! Listen on to hear them discuss the Dynamic Duo doing battle with the nefarious King Tut! Thanks for listening!
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The future is soon! And so we must look at it, so we can better prepare to be disappointed by the fact that it is so wrong! Ken and Stefan take a look at the movie that many fans got their start on: Ghost In The Shell. Will this be a classic? Will this cause strange, philosophical questions? Listen on to find out!
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Ken and Sonia are back from Gen Con, and Mitch is ready with some hard-hitting con-related questions! Join us as we break down Gen Con and then wander our way into some truly off-topic delights this week on Game of Shelves.
It's a special episode of Pow, Blam, Splat! as Matt is joined by his very own sidekick, Abby, to talk about the importance of sidekicks in comics! You don't want to miss this dynamic duo in this week's episode.
Can it be? Is it true? Has the Joker returned to cause more mischief? The answer is yes! Can Matt and Ken untangle his web to figure out how Batman and Robin will stop him? The answer is...maybe? Listen to find out if our hosts can puzzle out a solution with more sound logic than Batman!
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Did someone say shojo? Did someone say series from 2001? If so...you're being oddly specific! On this episode, our hosts Ken and Stefan take a look at the series "Fruits Basket" to see if it lives up to the hype. And there is a lot of hype. This series is SUPER popular, so we hope we did it some justice.
Please note: there are some topics discussed which some listeners may find upsetting. The heaviest section is from 48:50 to 1:02:12. Please feel free to skip this section if it makes you uncomfortable, or if you feel a younger listener may not be ready to hear some of the discussions, including topics such as physical and emotional abuse.
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In this special episode of Game of Shelves, join Ken and Sonia as they discuss their time at Gen Con two days in! That's right, Ken has upgraded cohosts and together he and Sonia go over their experience at Gen Con after two days. Look forward to a follow up on the experience as a whole!
We've made it to the big time! That's right, we've got another interview! This time, Ken chats with author A.M. Geever. They discuss her books, her love of Star Wars, and her thoughts on the writing process, along with various other topics. We hope you enjoy, and be sure to check out her books, all about a zombie apocalypse!
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Spider-Man, Spider-Man, does whatever a spider can! Spins a web any size, then Mitch and Matt will analyze. Look out, here comes the Spider-Man episode!
Holy boomerang! We have the return of a villain! The Riddler makes another attempt to pull of a crazy crime while getting rid of the Dynamic Duo! Will he succeed? Probably not, but it's fun to listen to the journey as Matt and Ken recount it!
This may be our longest title to cover yet! We're taking our first steps into the Gundam universe, with the OVA series The 08th MS Team! Listen to Ken and Stefan discuss their thoughts, feelings, criticisms, bad puns, and possibly Nova's thoughts as well on this short series. Will it make the cut of being a "classic," or fall short of the goal? Find out!
Have you ever wanted to be a city planner? Well, now you can in board game form! Join Ken and Mitch as they review two board games that have everything to do with building the most optimal city you can on this week's episode of Game of Shelves!
Time for a bonus episode! As this month celebrates Pride, we thought it was best to discuss briefly some characters from the Batman franchise that helped explore and celebrate Pride. Join Matt and Ken as they discuss these characters and celebrate the fact that Batman, much like comic books, can be for everyone.
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Mitch thought he had friends, but it turns out what he has are people who know him who want to make him suffer. That's right, his "friends" made him watch The Snyder Cut, aka Zack Snyder's The Justice League, aka a four hour endurance marathon. One of these "friends" has joined him to discuss what exactly led to this existing, and their thoughts on it. Special guest star Geoff is here to revel in Mitch's pain as they tackle The Snyder Cut!
Content warning: this episode features a discussion of suicide beginning at the 1:00:10 mark and lasting until the 1:01:32 mark. If you are able, you can go to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and donate to a worthy cause.
We return to Gotham City to see what happens when the Penguin takes over as the resident crime fighter! Can this be for real? And is he...getting married!? Find out as Ken and Matt take a look at episodes 21 and 22 of the 1966 television masterpiece!
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Prepare for the conquest of the world by...fast food service? Not too far of a stretch I guess. But what if that employee also happened to be the devil, from another world no less? Now we've got your attention? Ken and Stefan discuss the series The Devil Is a Part-Timer, and whether they feel a second series nine years later was in fact warranted. We hope you enjoy, and thank you for listening!
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We're pushing our luck this week at Game of Shelves! Join Ken and Mitch as they discuss two fun games: King of Tokyo and The Quacks of Quedlinburg. It's another fun week to talk about a fun hobby!
We're traversing the multiverse! As Mitch and Matt prepare to make the leap over to Marvel characters, they've decided to bridge the two companies by exploring DC & Marvel Crossovers. Listen in as your two heroic hosts go over the history of the crossovers, the highlights, and the crossovers they'd like to see someday. Stand in your best hero pose with Pow, Blam, Splat! this week!
Holy cat-tasrophe! Matt and Ken tackle the first appearance of Catwoman! How does this pair of episodes fair under their watchful eyes? How many bad puns and silly jokes can they make during the recording? Does this mark a shift in the writing of the Batman television series? These answers and more! Including the wishing of a happy birthday to a certain celebrity! Thanks for listening!
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The time has come! We have reached the end of the dynamic series of Yu Yu Hakusho! How does it all end? How did it all begin? Find out these answers and more as you listen to Ken and Stefan discuss this final season.
It's time to settle a new frontier! Settler Ken and Settler Mitch are here to discuss Catan, a game with a rich history in the hobby board game world! Join them for a discussion of their experiences with the game, its many spinoffs, and whether Jiff Peanut Butter might ever sponsor this show. There's something for everyone this week on Game of Shelves!
It's time for one final ride. In this special bonus episode of Pow, Blam, Splat! Mitch walks Matt through why he loves the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise so much as we all wait for the third film in this series within the MCU. From the beginning as Marvel's first real gamble on a property to the unexpected emotional punches in later installments, this is a series that really resonates. So strap in and get ready to do a little bit of good, and a bit of bad.
It's time for another topic! This episode we are diving into the world of pinup! Pin up? Pin-up? Let's get a discussion going on how it should be written. But first, listen as our guest Betty Blue discusses what got her into the hobby and a bit of the variations and history. We hope you enjoy!
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Say the magic word and summon the power of Mitch and Matt to talk about Shazam! This week the boys are discussing the boy Billy Batson, granted the powers of the wizard Shazam, to become the hero Shazam. Names are confusing, but this cool superhero with a long history is not! So shout to the heavens with all your might for this week's episode of Pow, Blam, Splat!
Things are really heating up now! Or are they? Could it all be a false front? Maybe, as our dastardly villain of these episodes is the one and only False Face! Ken and Matt take a good look at episodes 17 and 18 of the series and try to determine if the show's runners knew where things were going as well. Listen on and hear their thoughts. And thanks for listening!
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Get ready for a long episode, listeners! Stefan and Ken keep on swimming through the vast expanse known as Yu Yu Hakusho with their look at season three! The episodes are getting longer, but is that a sign that the series is gaining ground on becoming a classic? Listen on to hear their thoughts!
A long time ago, in a podcast far away....Ken and Mitch discussed Star Wars Outer Rim! It is a time of prosperity for Star Wars, with games both board and video thriving. These two podcasters will travel to the distant Outer Rim and take control of various bounty hunters gunning for infamy in a galaxy teeming with hives of scum and villainy. Will they achieve glory and notoriety amongst the stars, or will they be cut down and doomed to obscurity forever? Find out this week on Game of Shelves!
Greetings once again, super listeners! Mitch and Matt are here to discuss team ups, specifically the Brave and the Bold series from DC Comics. They also get into current topics in comics and superhero media, a first for the podcast! If you enjoy that format, let us know so we can keep giving you what you want. Enjoy the listening!
We finally return to our coverage of The West Wing! Lora and Ken return to discuss episode three of season one, "A Proportional Response." This wraps up the story from episode 2, introduces a couple new characters, and just continues to build the series. Listen on to hear their thoughts and reactions. Remember, this is Ken's first viewing of the series, so his reactions are all fresh takes! We hope you enjoy, and thanks for listening!
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The Joker returns! With vending machines! What's his diabolical scheme? Who are the members of his gang this time? And who will actually solve the crimes: Batman, Robin, or Chief O'Hara? Tune in as Matt and Ken look at episodes 15 and 16 of this iconic television series to solve these questions and more! As always, we thank you for listening!
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You know what we need? A good tournament. You know who knows how to throw a good tournament? Yu Yu Hakusho! That's right listeners, we're back with season two of the spirit detecting and fighting detective and friends series, Yu Yu Hakusho! We 're diving head-first into the Dark Tournament, and Stefan and Ken are trying to keep their heads above the water of similar sounding names and secret plot twists that are thrown around like candy. Listen on, as they continue their journey through this series!
Hey there Space Cowboys! I think it's time we blow this scene, get everybody and the stuff together, and take a look at Cowboy Bebop Space Serenade. Join Mitch and Ken as they jazz it up with this awesome board game adaptation of a great anime. You're gonna carry that weight this time on Game of Shelves!
Bam! That's the sound of a mallet whacking you with our brand new episode, all about DC's wild card, Harley Quinn! Join Matt and Mitch and a special wild card guest of their own as they sit down and talk about a character who is only 30 years old in the DC world, but has made quite the impression. Here at Geeks of Glenwood we love the Clown Princess of Crime, and we hope you will too!
As a sidenote, much like our favorite chaotic clown, we had a bit of a chaotic time recording this one: Mitch's audio was accidentally recorded through his laptop mic instead of his USB mic, and there were some technical difficulties that came as a result of our first ever remote recording session. Please bear with us through the kinks in this episode!
Holy haberdashery! We've made it to episode seven of this series! Which means on this episode, Ken and Matt will be taking a look at episodes 13 and 14, which feature that dastardly villain known as The Mad Hatter! Or Jerbo. But that's a tale revealed within the recording. Listen on to find out more!
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It's our most daring project yet! Ken and Stefan do what they have never done before (on the show) and tackle a multiple season series! Their first series: Yu Yu Hakusho! This fighting series that has just a sprinkling of spirit detective work spans four seasons, and so they will tackle it over the course of four episodes. What will the final verdict be? Will they even make it to the end? Listen on and find out!
As always, please remember that all opinions expressed are those solely of the speakers and no one else. Thank you.
Have you ever considered that you are but a speck on the back of a cosmos of indifferent Ancient Ones? Has that thought consumed your waking hours until you start seeing fish people walking about your early 1900s Massachusetts harbor town? Well then, does Game of Shelves have a game for you! Join Mitch and Ken as they discuss the cooperative horror game Mansions of Madness, a game about surviving nearly impossible odds as cosmic horrors bear down on you. It's fun for all this week on Game of Shelves!
In Brightest Day, in Blackest Night, no evil shall escape Mitch and Matt's sight! That's right, listeners: it's time to talk about Hal Jordan, the second Green Lantern but first human member of the Green Lantern Corps. Our boy Hal has had quite the journey, from hero to villain, villain to man seeking redemption, and finally finding a niche as the mentor to new Green Lanterns. Charge your rings and conquer your fear, the Green Lantern episode is here!
Welcome to this very special, very long episode of Mishmash Geek Bash! On this episode, Ken is joined by Andrew from Purple Fox Games to discuss some of the details of miniatures and gaming. It surprised us how long it went, and then surprised us again when we realized just how much more there was to cover! So consider this a part one of the discussion. We hope you enjoy it!
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Welcome to episode six, which covers episodes eleven and twelve of Batman! This story features the return of The Riddler! What nefarious scheme does he have this time? Will Batman and Robin be able to solve all of his puzzles? Listen on as Matt and Ken discuss the story and find out!
If you know the series, you're already humming the intro (maybe). If you don't, you will after listening to this episode! Ken and Stefan prepare to tackle one of the most iconic (and divisive) series to date. That's right, we're tackling Neon Genesis Evangelion! This series required a little more probing than previous ones, or we just allowed ourselves to discuss it a little more. Either way, you're getting a bigger episode than normal! We hope you enjoy as our hosts attempt to wrap their mind around this series to determine if it's a classic.
Greetings and welcome to our new show! Or rather, welcome back! The first episode of this series premiered as a Mishmash episode, but now it gets its very own series! Join Lora as she takes Ken through the magical journey known as "The West Wing." Each episode of the podcast will cover, conveniently enough, an episode of the series. So this episode is Season 1, Episode 2 of, once again, The West Wing. We hope you enjoy it!
There sure are a lot of Santas in fiction! So may, in fact, that Mitch and Matt were able to come up with a list of five each to compare and talk about. Join us one more time around the fire for our last episode of Geeks of Tinselwood, just in time to open the presents. Happy Holidays to all, and to all a good podcast episode!
All views expressed in the episode are those of the individual hosts, and are not reflective of any views of Geeks of Glenwood as a whole.
Hi ho! Santa Mitch and Santa's Little Helper Lora are here to dive deep into the wondrous joy that are the Muppet Christmas Specials! From family gatherings at a remote farmhouse to what is quite possibly the best adaptation of A Christmas Carol, your holiday hosts are here to discuss all the things they felt from these, well, felt performers. It's a Muppet Christmas for us here at Geeks of Tinselwood, and we hope you'll come along for the ride.
It's the time of year where we remember the reason for the season: Cartoon Holiday Specials! Join Santa Mitch and his little helper Ken as they walk through some of their favorite Cartoon Christmas (and other holidays) episodes. Let them walk you through those nostalgic memories, and maybe watch along with a cup of cocoa and some warm cookies this December!
It's the most wonderful time of the year! And because of that, Santa Mitch is going to bring you a month of festive episodes! Today he's joined by Elf Stefan to rank the Rankin Bass Christmas Specials, where they decide which one is that new toy you've wanted all year, and which one is a pair of itchy socks. It'll be fun! Get your eggnog and cookies ready for Geeks of Tinselwood!
How fast can one man run? Fast enough to break the sound barrier? Fast enough to travel in time? Fast enough to be the most well-known hero to take on a legacy mantle? Well that man is Barry Allen, The Scarlet Speedster himself: The Flash! Join Mitch and Matt as they talk about the history of Barry Allen, from his origins as a Comics Code Authority reinvention to the modern times as a mainstay in the DC Comics roster! This is Pow, Blam, Splat!
Holy original character! These two episodes that our hosts dive into feature the character of Zelda the Great! But is she truly a nefarious criminal? Or is there more to this magician than meets the eye? Join Matt and Ken as they try to find out, and offer their thoughts on episodes 9 and 10 of the classic series!
Just a heads up: we have marked this as explicit due to the nature of the series, which may be uncomfortable for some listeners. Please exercise caution for listeners under thirteen.
This episode brings us into the realms of amnesia, split personality, what it means to be human, and having invisible arms that allow terrible destruction. That's right, we're talking Elfen Lied! This is one that was a little hard to be prepared for, even knowing about it going in. So be prepared for an interesting discussion as Stefan and Ken try to wrap their minds around this series enough to determine if it's a classic. Enjoy!
Pull up a chair, brave adventurers, and join Ken and Mitch as they regale you with fantastic tales in the Red Dragon Inn! That's right, this episode is a look at the board game Red Dragon Inn, including its vast cast of playable characters and the shenanigans they get up to when they come together for a night of merry-making. Pour a glass of your favorite grog, count your coin, and ante up for this episode of Game of Shelves!
Our Spook Host with the Most, Matt, is joined by his final Ghost, Mitch, to discuss that wide world of horror movies (and some TV shows) on Halloween itself. There's a little something for everyone when it comes to horror movies, so turn off the lights, lock the doors, and hide under the blankets for our last trip to the graveyard this year.
Can the love of a political drama be considered a geekdom? When it's as well-written as The West Wing, we like to think it can! Join us as we discuss this series, primarily the first episode as you also witness the first episode of our soon-to-be new series, In This White House! Our newest host, Lora, introduces Ken to this series that she loves so dearly, including giving us a brief history of what brought her to this show. We hope you enjoy!
Welcome back Geeks and Ghouls to the second episode of Ghosts of Glenwood! This week we jump in with host Matt and special guest host Ken to discuss some of their favorite board games to get into the Halloween spirit. We hope you enjoy these games with ghouls, cards with creatures, and missions with monsters.
It's Wonder Woman! From humble origins at the hands of a polyamorous psychologist to her very own flagship film series, Wonder Woman has maintained her status as one of the original superheroes. Join Matt and Mitch as they deep dive into what's worked in her runs, what hasn't, and what they're looking for in a Wonder Woman series. It's time for another character profile on Pow, Blam, Splat!
Greetings Geeks and Ghouls. Spoopy season is upon us and we’re ready to get in the spirt! Join host Matt and guest host Stefan as they dive into some of their favorite video games to play during the Halloween season. Will they include prancing with pumpkins? Maybe Zumba with zombies? No. No they won’t. We hope you enjoy our first episode of our new limited series, Ghosts of Glenwood!
Today, our courageous hosts tackle the dastardly villain known as Mr. Freeze! Not the Arnold portrayal. Matt and Ken investigate the nefarious plot unveiled over the course of episodes 7 and 8 of the classic television series. Will Batman and Robin help justice triumph over evil? Will Aunt Harriet discover their secret identities? Will Ken's wife be able to work in the same office with all of the bad puns flying? Listen on and find out!
Just a heads up: we have marked this as explicit due to a topic discussed that appeared in a scene in the series that may be uncomfortable for some listeners. Please exercise caution for listeners under thirteen.
We return triumphantly for our next episode of anime classic searching! On this episode, Stefan and Ken take a look at Ninja Scroll, the TV series! Wait...surely we meant the movie. No? Really? There was a TV series? Well, alright then. Listen to the two discuss the highs and lows of this series as they determine if this deserves to be considered a classic to watch, or one to let fade into history. As always, we hope you enjoy and thank you for listening!
The leaves are changing, and the wind is biting! That must mean it's officially Fall, and we've entered spooky season. Join Ken and Mitch as they brave a haunted house in Betrayal at House on the Hill, a board game for cooperation...until it isn't! Turn off the lights, huddle under a blanket, and hold your breath for this scary-good episode of Game of Shelves.
It's the episode you deserve, AND the one you need right now. Join Matt and Mitch as they grapple gun their way through Batman's long history, from his humble origins using a gun for murder, to his compulsive need to adopt wayward youths, and all the way to his many varied onscreen adaptations. He's broken bones, been broken, and been broken up with. He is vengeance and the night. Yes, listeners, we shall become a Batman podcast as we talk about arguably the most popular superhero of all time: The Batman.
It's always fun to introduce someone to something new in a geekdom, and this was no exception! Join Mitch and Ken as they discuss Mitch's experience at his very first convention. They spent a day at Steel City Con, a convention held in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, where he got to experience a good amount of what one can see and do at a convention. Hear his reactions to what he saw, who he met, and how the experience was overall. We hope you enjoy listening to the discussion!
Did someone say The Joker?! No? Really? I'm just hearing things? Sorry, my hearing has been off ever since The Joker set off that confetti bomb... In this episode, Matt and Ken return to tackle the first appearance of one of Batman's greatest foes: The Joker! What kind of a crazy story did these two episodes deliver? Give it a listen and find out!
Are you ready to hear about a potential future classic? We hope you said yes, because we're diving into a brand new movie tied to a long running series. This episode, Stefan and Ken dive into the movie Dragon Ball Super Super Heroes. Get ready for a movie full of Namekians, Super Saiyans, and an old nemesis popping back up. Will this be a movie that can stand the test of time? Let's find out!
Board games...board games never change. But your opinion on licensed properties being adapted into board games might! Join Ken and Mitch as they sit down and discuss Fallout Shelter, the tabletop game based on a phone app based on a longstanding RPG video game series. Open the vault door, equip your Pip Boy, and venture out into the unknown Wasteland this week on Game of Shelves!
Welcome to the first episode of Pow, Blam, Splat! Join Mitch and Matt as they discuss the character of Superman, from his real life origins to what makes him such an essential superhero in our hosts opinion.
On a technical note, there was some slight technical issues with Mitch's mic, so please forgive the few buzzing moments in the episode!
Join our intrepid hosts, Matt and Ken, as we return to the city of Gotham! Of the past! That's right, we're heading back to the 1966 Batman television series to discuss episodes three and four, with the debut of the quintessential villain, the Penguin!
Join Stefan and Ken as they attempt to answer the question once again of "Is this a classic anime?" This episode, the two take a look at the magical girl series "Puella Magi Madoka Magica." This isn't your typical magical girl series though, as they quickly learn. We hope you enjoy!
Join Ken and Mitch once more in Game of Shelves as they tackle not one, but two trick-taking games about Foxes from the same company! This is The Fox in the Forest and The Fox in the Forest Duet.
Welcome to Mishmash Geek Bash, where each episode will focus on a new topic as a way to introduce you to some new areas of geekdom! Our first episode has our host Ken, with some help from Mitch as well, sitting down with Abby and Lyssie to discuss one of their shared passions: regency. We hope it piques your interest as much as it did ours!
Join our team of hosts, Matt and Ken, as they dive into the world of the 1966 television series, Batman. They will look at a complete story, be it one or two episodes, and discuss various aspects of it, ultimately enjoying the time spent in revisiting this classic show.
Our next episode of Geeks of Glenwood delves into the wild world of anime. Your hosts, Ken and Stefan, will discuss a series to determine ultimately if it is considered a classic in their opinions. This first episode of the series covers Cowboy Bebop.
For our inaugural episode of Geeks of Glenwood, Mitch and Ken take a look at the board game Parks in a series called Game of Shelves.