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June 13, 2018

Episode 87: Movies that broke us

The geeks get to wax nostalgic on the latest episode of Geeks with Kids. Join Steve, Erik, and the two Michaels as they relieve childhood traumas while discussing movies that broke them. Which movies did they pick? Did they r...

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June 9, 2018

Bonus - E3 Predictions 2018

With the start of gaming's biggest event of the year The Electronic Entertainment Expo 2018 happening shortly, the geeks decided to get together to predict what they'd like to see. Join Erik, Steve, and the two Michaels as th...

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May 29, 2018

Episode 86: Geeks at Medieval Times

Enter a realm of chivalry, rivalry, and revelry as Erik, Steve, and Mike talk about their experiences at Medieval Times dinner & tournament. Joined by special guests Princess Mallory, King Matt, Master of Ceremonies John, and...

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May 7, 2018

Episode 85: May the Fourth Be With You

The geeks are back for their annual May the Fourth episode. Join Steve, Erik, Mark and Mike as they talk about their preferred watching order for the Star Wars saga and how they are going to introduce the films to …

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April 30, 2018

Episode 84: Down the Card Game Rabbit Hole

This year marks the 25th Annivesary of the seminal "Magic the Gathering." Join Mark and Steve, as they delve into how they found themselves Collectible Card Game addicts, as they reminisce about several long forgotten games f...

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April 10, 2018

Episode 83: Ready Podcast One

Jump into the land of nostalgia with Erik, Steve and Mike as they discuss Steven Spielberg's "Ready Player One." Does the film live up to Ernest Cline's nostalgia-filled book? Is there enough RUSH in the film? And just how am...

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March 29, 2018

Episode 82: Old Geeks Yell at Cloud

Catch up with Mark, Szpirs, and Erik as they get to the heart of what matters to all true Geeks: where to find a good butter tart. Erik explains the things we should watch like Rise and Dear Evan Hansen …

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March 27, 2018

Episode 81: EGLX and me

This one's for the gamers! Erik and Steve are united by gaming this week as they talk about their time at EGLX - the Enthusiast Gaming Live Expo 2018. Join the geeks talk about the panels, booths and people they …

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March 12, 2018

Episode 80: Timeless #Clockblockers

Calling all clockblockers! Erik and Mallory are back talking about the time travel show that came back from the dead - Timeless. Join the geeks as they talk about time travel, strong historical figures and heroes from all di...

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Feb. 28, 2018

Episode 79 - Fandom: The Good vs The Bad

Mark, Steve and Erik are back talking about a subject close to their hearts - fandom. The good, the bad, the geeks talk about the state of fandom today. What makes a good fan? What takes a fan too far? …

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Jan. 29, 2018

Episode 78: Absentia

Mark and Erik are back, this time with a returning Steve, to talk about Showcase's latest thriller "Absentia." Produced by and starring former Castle actress Stana Katic, "Absentia" tells the story of FBI agent Emily Byrne (K...

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Jan. 4, 2018

Episode 77: The Last Jedi's Stretchy Face

The geeks are back with their yearly look at Star Wars' newest addition to the saga. Join Erik, Mark and Szpirs as they look at this divisive film in fandom. Do they like it? Do they hate it? What’s with …

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Dec. 12, 2017

Bonus Episode 76: #Happy! Happy? Happy...

Mark and Erik are back this week for a bonus episode. This time around they look at SyFy's take on author Grant Morrison and Darick Robertson's HAPPY! Have either of them even read the comic? Should that matter? Does Showcase...

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Dec. 8, 2017

Episode 75: #MeToo and Marvel's Runaways

After a long hiatus, the geeks are back. Join Erik, Mark and Szpirs as they recall what they did on their time-off, talk about what it's like raising their kids in the time of #MeToo, and discuss Marvel's latest television …

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June 18, 2017

Episode 74: Wonder Woman or Wait a minute, DC made a good film?

This week, Erik is joined by Mallory and Lauren as they take on DC's newest film "Wonder Woman." Join us as we discuss ladies in film, parenting (sorta) and thighs in superhero landings. Find out more at www.geekswithkids.ca ...

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May 25, 2017

Episode 73: Marty and Mike's TV Teardown!

This week, while the Geeks are away, join Marty, and old but new Geek, Mike, as they cut their way through the upcoming horde of TV nostalgia reboot faire. Are there some shows that are being resurrected that should just …

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May 14, 2017

Episode 72: We love to hate Riverdale

Join Erik, Mallory and Andrew as they watch the final episode of Riverdale's ridiculous first season. Is it as crazy as they hoped? Did Archie finally become interesting? Are there more sexy cheerleading dance-offs? Find out ...

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May 3, 2017

Episode 71: May the Fourth Be With You....Always

Aaron, Marty, Mark are joined by the prodigal Szpirs as we muse about all the geeky things! International Tabletop Day - how did Szpirs get his kid into board games AND Firefly at the same time? Free Comic Book Day …

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April 25, 2017

Episode 70: Star Wars and the Power of Myth

Join a ridiculous sick Erik as he talks Star Wars and myths with Mallory and Andrew. Did Mallory enjoy "The Last Jedi" trailer? How many times can Erik bring up the idea of being morally grey? Did Andrew finally get …

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April 12, 2017

Episode 69: Marty and Aaron's Excellent Adventure

This week, Marty and Aaron team up to discuss the awesome new Thor: Ragnarok trailer, Star Wars Celebration and some twisty tangents that touch on Bill and Ted, Aaron Sorkin, Dr. Who and horror movies from back in the day. …

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April 8, 2017

Episode 68: Raising Geeklings pt. 1 - Music

Join Erik and a returning Mike as they discuss the importance of music while raising their kids. What genres did they try? Did they pop headphones on their pregnant wives? How does one introduce metal to a child? Find out …

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April 2, 2017

Episode 67: The Power Ranger vs Bullying

Join Erik, Mallory and a returning Stu as they look at the new Power Rangers movie and talk about the effects of bullying. Did Erik enjoy the film? What exactly does the Power Rangers have to do with bullying? Find …

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March 23, 2017

Episode 66: Geekdom vs. Beliefs

This week, Aaron, Mark, James, and returning Geek, Marty, explore how the depths of their geek appreciation may not reconcile with their beliefs and how such contradictions could influence their kids. Will Marty find salvati...

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March 16, 2017

Episode 65: So long Hugh, and thanks for all the SNIKT!

This week, Aaron, James and Mark bid a fond farewell to Hugh Jackman's portrayal of their favourite Canadian mutant as they talk about Logan, their favourite Wolverine cinematic moments, the new Deadpool 2 teaser, and which c...

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