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Superhero News and Comic Con Coverage
21 oktober 2014 · 1 uur 20 min
The hosts dive into the flood of superhero news from New York Comic Con and beyond, covering DC's movie slate announcements, Marvel casting rumors, and TV updates. They discuss the Flash pilot and whether Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is worth revisiting after a rough start, plus Greg shares highlights from his October Loot Crate and Dan describes a wild Netflix documentary. Lees meer
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Interview with Matt Voss on Charm City Games and Cockfight
14 oktober 2014 · 49 min
Matt Voss from Charm City Games joins us as Talking in Circles's first guest. He discusses the creation of his debut game Cockfight, a vulgar card game about roosters in a fighting ring, and shares his experience running a successful Kickstarter campaign that delivered product to backers in just two and a half months. Matt also talks about his other projects in development, including RuneCast, a co-op dice game set in Norse mythology, and Crime Lords, a European-style resource management game. Lees meer
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Movie Franchise Mount Rushmore
7 oktober 2014 · 1 uur 38 min
The hosts debate which movie franchises deserve a spot on a Mount Rushmore of cinema. They evaluate franchises based on quality, longevity, and cultural impact, discussing candidates like Star Wars, Harry Potter, Rocky, James Bond, Indiana Jones, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and Die Hard. Before diving into the main debate, they share what they've been watching: Dan's thoughts on The League, Chuck's enthusiasm for Scorpion, and Greg's reading of The Manhattan Projects graphic novel. Lees meer
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Loot Crate Unboxing and Gotham First Impressions
30 september 2014 · 1 uur 9 min
Greg unboxes his first Loot Crate delivery, featuring Star Trek Tribbles, Alien action figures, and Firefly collectibles. The hosts also discuss their first impressions of the Gotham pilot episode, weighing in on the show's tone, setting ambiguity, young Bruce Wayne's characterization, and Alfred's unexpected personality. Chuck shares a review of the comic "The Lamb and the Furor" by Ravi Zacharias and Kingstone Comics. Lees meer
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Geek Power Rankings Debut
23 september 2014 · 1 uur 43 min
The hosts debut a new segment called Geek Power Rankings, modeled after NFL power rankings but for geek culture. They debate and rank the biggest topics currently trending in comics, TV, movies, video games, and more—determining what's hot in geek culture right now, from Guardians of the Galaxy to Batman to Funko Pop Vinyl figures and the video game Destiny. Lees meer
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Top 5 Underused and Underdeveloped Comic Book Characters
16 september 2014 · 1 uur 19 min
Greg, Chuck, and Dan dive into their picks for the most underappreciated comic book characters who deserve more panel time. Their lists span Marvel mainstays like Black Panther, Taskmaster, and Squirrel Girl, to deeper cuts like Exodus, Morph from the Exiles, and even a Star Wars character. The hosts also discuss comic book reviews from Baltimore Comic Con, including Scott Snyder's American Vampire, and touch on their weeks including NFL updates. Lees meer
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Baltimore Comic Con: Comics, Cosplay & Con Stories
9 september 2014 · 1 uur 15 min
The hosts attended Baltimore Comic Con and share their full experience: meeting comic creators like Jim Starlin, Ron Mars, Lee Weeks, and Frank Cho; hunting for back issues and spotting high-end collectibles like massive Apocalypse and Planet Hulk statues; discovering indie games like Alien Entity and Cockfight; and discussing the Hacktivist graphic novel created by Alyssa Milano. They also discuss sore feet, memorable cosplay moments (including a notably scanty Tarzan costume), and why the con offers a great mix of comics and creators for all experience levels. Lees meer
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NFL Preview and Fantasy Football Strategy
2 september 2014 · 1 uur 31 min
The hosts explore why geeks should embrace sports, despite the apparent disconnect between gaming culture and football fandom. They discuss their personal paths into football, break down the appeal of fantasy football as a role-playing game for non-sports fans, and offer practical tips for first-time fantasy players—from respecting bye weeks and schedule volatility to leveraging the waiver wire and avoiding fandom bias in drafts. The episode wraps with Super Bowl predictions and commentary on rookie quarterbacks like Johnny Manziel. Lees meer
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014) Review
26 augustus 2014 · 1 uur 47 min
The crew dives into Michael Bay's latest Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles adaptation, discussing the movie's flaws including its bloated plot, excessive sound design, wasted character development, and over-reliance on April O'Neill. They also share their favorite turtles from childhood and compare it to the original 1990 film. Lees meer
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Action Hero Draft 2014
19 augustus 2014 · 1 uur 9 min
The Talking in Circles crew holds their first-ever action hero draft, building teams of movie and TV action characters to construct their own Expendables-style films. Greg picks Frank Martin, James Bond, and Frank Bullitt; Chuck selects John Rambo, Martin Riggs, and Chance Bodreau; Dan drafts Tony Jaa, Jason Bourne, Snake Plissken, and Jack Bauer. Each host creates a movie concept around their team and pitches it to listeners for voting. The episode also features a tribute to Robin Williams following his recent passing. Lees meer
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Guardians of the Galaxy Review
12 augustus 2014 · 1 uur 41 min
Dan, Greg, and Chuck dive into Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, discussing the film's vibrant visual style, character performances, and how it compares to the comics. They break down each guardian—from Groot's charm to Drax's literal humor—and explore the film's use of music as integral storytelling. The hosts also clarify the infinity stones/gems and their place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's larger cosmic arc, correcting misconceptions circulating online. Lees meer
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San Diego and Scranton Comic-Con Adventures
5 augustus 2014 · 1 uur 28 min
Greg shares his experiences at San Diego Comic-Con, including meeting Kevin Eastman, attending panels, and collecting exclusives. Dan recounts his trip to Scranton Comic-Con and beach vacations. The hosts discuss Comic-Con news including Avengers: Age of Ultron footage, the leaked Deadpool test footage, and other announcements from the event. Lees meer
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Who Would Win in a Fight?
29 juli 2014 · 1 uur 53 min
Chuck, Greg, and Dan dedicate this episode to classic "who would win" matchups, debating hypothetical fights between characters like Apocalypse vs. Dr. Doom, Nova Prime vs. Green Lantern, and Batman vs. Black Panther. Along the way, they discuss a RoboCop statue in Detroit, Dan shares his thoughts on Dennis Lehane's novel Prayers for Rain, and the hosts react to Marvel's character changes including female Thor and Falcon as the new Captain America. Lees meer
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Fantasy Dinner Party Guests
22 juli 2014 · 1 uur 17 min
The hosts imagine their ideal dinner party with famous figures—alive or dead—and discuss who they'd invite. Greg chooses Bill Murray, Stan Lee, Walt Disney, and Alfred Hitchcock. Chuck picks Jesus Christ, John Candy, Paul Newman, and Trey Parker. Dan selects Theodore Roosevelt, and the group explores what they'd want to ask each guest and what makes them fascinating. Lees meer
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Moments in Time Game Debut
15 juli 2014 · 1 uur 15 min
The hosts debut a new trivia game called Moments in Time, where Greg and Chuck compete to recall random historical facts. They discuss their weeks, including Fourth of July festivities and power outages, before diving into the game across multiple decades. Greg also shares his first impressions of Game of Thrones season one, while Chuck discusses a BBC Top Gear episode featuring a trip to Chernobyl. Lees meer
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Top 5 Movies You Haven't Seen
8 juli 2014 · 1 uur 57 min
Chuck, Dan, and Greg count down their personal top 5 lesser-known films worth watching. The list spans multiple genres: a drama about wilderness survival and redemption (The Unfinished Life), a darkly comedic character study of an obsessive sports fan (Big Fan), a psychological thriller that gets under your skin (Mothman Prophecies), a masterclass in suspense from Alfred Hitchcock (Rope), a gritty French crime drama about detectives handling child abuse cases (Polisse), and a charming romantic comedy from the '90s (Doc Hollywood). Each pick comes with personal recommendations and context on why these films deserve more attention. Lees meer
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Weird Internet News Stories and Pop Culture
1 juli 2014 · 1 uur 21 min
Greg, Chuck, and Dan search the web for strange and hilarious news stories spanning topics from ocean creatures to exchange students in awkward situations. They also discuss The Toxic Avenger, Yojimbo, and upcoming vampire TV adaptations. The episode kicks off with a special welcome to new listeners on Nerdly. Lees meer
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Fact or Fiction and Game of Thrones, Fault in Our Stars, Batman Discussion
24 juni 2014 · 1 uur 11 min
The hosts kick off their season finale with updates on the week—including a broken thermostat that turned out to just need a power button flip—before diving into a full Fact or Fiction game covering Star Wars standalones, LeBron James, the TARDIS vs. DeLorean, The Incredible Hulk, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Tootsie Pops, Star Trek, Gotham, horoscopes, and the Bermuda Triangle. Between rounds, Dan breaks down why Game of Thrones is worth watching despite its complexity, Chuck discusses why The Fault in Our Stars is an emotional must-see, and Greg recommends Scott Snyder's Batman run as a palate cleanser. The episode closes with the beginning of "Unknown," their original audio drama series. Lees meer
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Homework Assignments: Jericho, Doctor Who, Old Man Logan & Supergirl
17 juni 2014 · 1 uur 20 min
Chuck, Dan, and Greg report back on the entertainment assignments they gave each other last week. Chuck discusses the post-apocalyptic TV series Jericho and recommends it despite its short run. Dan shares his experience watching eight episodes of Doctor Who and how it's enhanced his understanding of pop culture references. Greg reviews the graphic novel Old Man Logan by Mark Millar and Steve McNiven, exploring Wolverine's mysterious 50-year refusal to fight. The crew also weighs in on the superhero film Supergirl, discussing its themes and whether it successfully converted any skeptics. Lees meer
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Skype Scams, Summer TV Binge, and Sequel, Reboot, or Destroy
10 juni 2014 · 1 uur 30 min
The hosts discuss their week including Greg's encounter with a Skype con artist impersonating a woman trying to lure him to a sketchy video chat site, Dan's observations about car decals and his recent TV watching, and Chuck's food truck appreciation. They also revisit the game Sequel, Reboot, or Destroy with listener-submitted franchises including King Kong, Wonder Woman, Gilligan's Island, and Back to the Future. The episode closes with an editorial about supporting independent films available on demand during summer blockbuster season. Lees meer
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X-Men Franchise Deep Dive and Days of Future Past Review
3 juni 2014 · 1 uur 44 min
The hosts discuss the X-Men film franchise in depth, covering the original trilogy and First Class before diving into X-Men Days of Future Past. They share favorite moments across the films—from Nightcrawler's White House sequence in X2 to the Xavier-Magneto bond in First Class—and debate storytelling choices like Kitty Pryde's role in the time travel plot. They also compare the movie version of Days of Future Past to the original comic and animated series, highlighting how Mystique remains the central antagonist across all three versions. Lees meer
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Food, The Quick and the Dead, Guardians Trailer & Godzilla
27 mei 2014 · 1 uur 16 min
The hosts catch up on their weeks—celebrating one host's wife graduating from Johns Hopkins, discussing favorite meals, and diving into what they've been watching. They discuss Sam Raimi's 1990s Western The Quick and the Dead, featuring a young Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe's first American film role. They also cover a Percy Jackson book featuring mythology and demigod heroes, debate the second Guardians of the Galaxy trailer and its appeal to mainstream audiences, and dig deep into the 2014 Godzilla film—analyzing its monster battles, Ken Watanabe's character, Aaron Taylor-Johnson's performance, comparisons to Pacific Rim, and the original kaiju's cultural legacy. Lees meer
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The Almost Lost Episode
20 mei 2014 · 43 min
The hosts discuss their week including baseball games, Pizza Hut, and reading—then dive into TV trailers and recent media. They cover Arrow's season finale and get excited about the new Flash TV series coming to the CW, analyzing the trailer and what it means for the show. They also discuss Gotham's early promotional materials and the recently released Batman photo featuring Ben Affleck in the suit, debating the costume design and what it could mean for the character. The episode is missing its second half due to a recording equipment failure, but the first half covers TV trailers, what they've been watching, and the infamous Batman photo that sparked internet discussion. Lees meer
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Comedic Icons
13 mei 2014 · 1 uur 55 min
Dan, Chuck, and Greg debate who should make up the Mount Rushmore of comedy—four iconic faces representing the entire landscape of comedy over the past century. They discuss Bill Murray as a strong contender for his versatility across stand-up, sketch, and film, then explore candidates like Rich Little (master impressionist), Richard Pryor, and Bill Cosby, while also considering honorable mentions including Steve Martin, Leslie Nielsen, Tim Conway, Rodney Dangerfield, John Candy, Frank Caliendo, and Adam Sandler. The hosts grapple with what criteria matter most: mainstream recognition, range across different comedy mediums, longevity, and cultural impact. Lees meer
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Superhero Draft
6 mei 2014 · 1 uur 2 min
The hosts draft superheroes to build their ultimate comic book teams, inspired by the NFL Draft. Greg selects Dr. Strange, Vision, and The Flash for a mystical interdimensional adventure story. Chuck builds "The Untouchables"—a team of characters who are literally or figuratively untouchable, including Rogue, Blink, Human Torch, Fire Lord, and Nightcrawler. Dan assembles a covert operations team with Captain America, Nightwing, Black Widow, Hawkeye, and Black Panther, imagining a CIA-meets-comics spy thriller. Each host pitches their comic concept, selects a writer and artist, and discusses what makes their roster work as a team. The episode closes with Chuck's letter using 50 song titles from 1990s music woven into a story about Generation Y's musical upbringing. Lees meer
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Comic Book Countdown
29 april 2014 · 2 uur 11 min
Chuck, Greg, and Dan count down their favorite comic book stories of all time. Chuck discusses Pacific Rim and G.I. Joe: Retaliation, including issues with Channing Tatum's unnecessary screen time and the film's overreliance on exposition. Dan talks through "Tower of Babel," a Batman story where he reveals contingency plans against the Justice League, and praises its superior take on the concept compared to the animated Justice League film. Greg covers Old Man Logan (Wolverine's future dystopia), X-Men: Mutant Genesis (the iconic 1991 relaunch), and Hellboy: Seeds of Destruction. Dan's picks include The Winter Soldier, which revamped Bucky and Captain America's legacy, and Infinity Gauntlet, exploring Thanos's quest to assemble the infinity gems and win the favor of Death. Lees meer
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Vladimir Poopin
22 april 2014 · 1 uur 18 min
Greg, Chuck, and Dan play a modified version of 20 Questions, asking each other absurd and philosophical questions while sharing stories from their week—including a windshield mishap, movie reviews (The Raid 2, God's Not Dead, and Draft Day), a bizarre coffee shop confrontation about a stolen credit card, and Greg's memorable encounter with a waitress who wouldn't make eye contact. The conversation ranges from potty humor to religion and philosophy, with running jokes about Vladimir Putin and various pop culture references. Lees meer
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Merry Marvel Marching Society
15 april 2014 · 1 uur
Chuck, Dan, and Greg dive into Marvel movies following Captain America: The Winter Soldier's release. They review the film extensively, praising its political thriller tone, action choreography, and character development—especially Cap's moral clarity and fighting prowess. They discuss the film's place in the MCU, compare it to other Phase 2 entries, and explore its ties to Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. The bulk of the episode focuses on pitching their own Marvel projects: solo films for Black Panther and Black Widow, potential TV shows like Agent Carter and the Inhumans, one-shots for characters like Nova and Beta Ray Bill, and storylines like Old Man Logan and a Thunderbolts team-up. Lees meer
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Space Pope
8 april 2014 · 1 uur 13 min
Talking in Circles goes live from Baltimore to record a grab-bag episode with random geek content. Hosts discuss what they've been watching recently, including Divergent, The Diary of Anne Frank, a bizarre paranormal ghost movie, and Noah. They play a geekified version of Would You Rather, debating scenarios like Wolverine vs. Cyclops and facing Dr. Doom versus Thanos. The second half features truly strange but real news stories: dolphins trained as weapons, a man who stole a boat by swimming and pulling it, urine-powered robots being developed for space exploration, and a drunk college student who broke through a wall into a business to make hot pockets. Lees meer
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March Badness 2: The Deciding Factor
1 april 2014 · 2 uur 37 min
The hosts continue their badass bracket tournament, determining which characters from comics, TV, film, music, and sports deserve to advance. In this second half, matchups include Wolverine vs. Gordon Ramsay, Han Solo vs. Tiny Tim, Daryl Dixon vs. Hellboy, Frank Martin vs. Dr. Doom, the Hulk vs. Clint Eastwood, Leonidas vs. John McClane, Adrian Peterson vs. Han Solo, John Wayne vs. Hit Girl, and a final four showdown between Wolverine and John McClane. The hosts debate what truly makes someone a badass—superpowers, real-world accomplishment, vulnerability, or unwavering determination—as characters advance toward a championship face-off. Lees meer
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March Badness
25 maart 2014 · 2 uur 1 min
Chuck, Dan, and Greg launch their "Biggest Badass" bracket tournament, inspired by March Madness. In this first episode, they pit pop culture characters from movies, TV, comics, and real life against each other in 32 first-round matchups to determine who deserves the title. The hosts debate iconic figures like Bruce Lee vs. Stewie Griffin, Michonne vs. the Green Ranger, Indiana Jones vs. Xena, Batman vs. Rambo, and many more, with plenty of disagreement and detailed arguments about what makes someone truly badass. The second half of the bracket concludes next week. Lees meer
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The Power of Names
18 maart 2014 · 1 uur 30 min
The hosts play "The Power of Names," a new game testing whether obscure superhero names are real characters or made up, and guessing their powers. Before diving in, they catch up on their weeks: Greg recovered from chiropractor visits, Dan got pulled over by a friendly Baltimore cop with a broken taillight, and Chuck discussed recent movies including the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film, "Nights of Badass them" (a LARP comedy), and "The Core" (a disaster film about Earth's spinning core stopping). They also discuss favorite sci-fi and disaster movies like Armageddon, Twister, and The Blob. Lees meer
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Sequel, Reboot, or Destroy!
11 maart 2014 · 1 uur 29 min
The hosts play a new game called "Sequel, Reboot, or Destroy" where they decide what should happen to various franchises and shows. They debate whether to reboot, sequel, or destroy: Die Hard, Saved by the Bell, Pirates of the Caribbean, Rocky, Police Academy, and Power Rangers. Before diving into the game, they share personal stories from their week—including stomach bugs, burnt pizza boxes, awkward Ash Wednesday encounters, movies they've been watching (Son of God, Monument Men, best picture nominees, Thor one-shot), and attending AMC's Best Picture Showcase. Lees meer
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Getting Animated
4 maart 2014 · 1 uur 37 min
Chuck, Greg, and Dan count down their top five favorite animated television series. The hosts discuss cartoons spanning from '90s classics like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Animaniacs, and X-Men: The Animated Series, to more recent shows like The Venture Brothers and South Park. They share personal memories tied to these shows, debate their merits as both childhood favorites and rewatchable adult content, and explore what makes great cartoon writing, voice acting, and cultural impact. Lees meer
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Spaghettification
25 februari 2014 · 2 uur 28 min
Chuck, Greg, and Dan count down their personal top five favorite TV shows and movies. They discuss their picks ranging from 24 and Home Improvement to Breaking Bad and Doctor Who, then move into films with selections like Tombstone, The Sandlot, Ghostbusters, Jurassic Park, Top Gun, Goodfellas, and Harry Potter. Along the way, they share memories of watching these shows and films growing up, what makes them meaningful, and memorable scenes and quotes. Lees meer
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Comic Con Memories
18 februari 2014 · 1 uur 37 min
Chuck, Dan, and Greg reflect on their favorite Comic Con experiences, from getting stuck in an elevator at New York Comic Con to meeting comic creators like Jim Starlin at Baltimore Comic Con. They discuss what they've been watching and reading recently—including the film Lone Survivor, the TV show Arrow, and graphic novels like Super Crooks—before diving into a game of Fact or Fiction covering topics like James Bond actors, Marvel villains, Batman portrayals, and more. Lees meer
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Internet Reactions to Superhero Movies and Casting
11 februari 2014 · 1 uur 22 min
The hosts examine whether geek culture and the internet are taking their criticism and praise of superhero films too far. They discuss Man of Steel's controversial portrayal of Superman and Jonathan Kent, debate the casting of Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor in Batman v Superman, analyze the look of Quicksilver in X-Men: Days of Future Past, and discuss the redesigned Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Throughout, they weigh whether fan backlash is justified or if audiences should give these adaptations more of a chance. Lees meer
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Kingdom Come, True Detective, and 2014 Previews
4 februari 2014 · 1 uur 10 min
Greg, Chuck, and Dan record live in Scranton to discuss what they've been reading and watching. They dive into DC's Kingdom Come and Batman: The Killing Joke, share early impressions of HBO's True Detective starring Matthew McConaughey, and preview TV shows and movies coming in 2014, including Game of Thrones, Arrow, The Flash spinoff, Gotham, and Godzilla. Lees meer
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Super Bowl Fiesta
28 januari 2014 · 1 uur 4 min
Chuck, Dan, and Greg break down their top five Super Bowl snacks, from crack crackers and buffalo wing stromboli to pizza and hot wings. They also dive into Super Bowl betting props—including coin toss outcomes, Gatorade color, and Richard Sherman-related bets—before making their own predictions for the game. Plus, Greg reads a letter to Tom Brady about quarterback popularity polls. Lees meer
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Introducing Talking in Circles
21 januari 2014 · 55 min
The pilot episode introduces hosts Dan, Chuck, and Greg as they launch Talking in Circles, a new podcast about geek culture. The hosts share their backgrounds, explain the show's name (rooted in their tradition of parking lot conversations back in Pennsylvania), and dive into what they've been watching and reading lately—including Arrow, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Drew Struzan documentaries. They play a fact-or-fiction game covering topics from Superman to Tombstone, and end with Greg's open letter to Brian Michael Bendis about his work on X-Men events and Marvel comics. Lees meer