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Seven Years, Comic-Con at Home, and Looking Forward Aug 01, 2020

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Steve and Mike celebrate seven years of Altered Geek and reflect on what's kept the podcast going. They discuss their experience with Comic-Con at Home, the technical challenges of virtual events, and standout panels like Star Trek. The episode covers excitement around upcoming releases including Phineas and Ferb: Candace Against the Universe and Transformers: War for Cybertron, touches on the return of G4, and reflects on the legacy of Regis Philbin. They also discuss Steve Blum's difficult decision to close his autograph P.O. box after people took advantage of his generosity, facial recognition technology being hindered by masks, and the Batman: Death in the Family interactive movie.

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Peacock Streaming, Comic-Con at Home, and Remote Work Jul 16, 2020

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We discuss the launch of the Peacock streaming service and the trend of subscription fatigue. We also cover the news of upcoming reboots, remember the careers of Grant Imahara and Kelly Preston, and share our personal experiences adjusting to working from home.

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Streaming Picks and Entertainment Rumors Jul 09, 2020

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We discuss our current streaming queues, including Agents of Shield, Metal Gear Solid longplays, and True Crime. We also break down the latest news and rumors surrounding potential reboots for The Wonder Years and Tron 3, as well as the casting for the new Batwoman. Finally, we share our recent Mount Rushmore travel stories and discuss finding deals on Funko Pops.

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Michael Keaton Batman Speculation and Batman Beyond Jul 02, 2020

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The hosts discuss rumors about Michael Keaton potentially returning as Batman, with a strong emphasis that nothing has been confirmed—just speculation based on reports of Warner Brothers being "in talks" with him. They express frustration that if he does return, it would be wasted on a cameo in The Flash, arguing instead for a standalone Batman Beyond film with Keaton as an older Bruce Wayne. The conversation covers potential casting for Terry McGinnis (including Timothée Chalamet), ideal villain choices like Mr. Freeze and Ra's al Ghul, the fragmented state of DC's multiverse, and broader criticism of how Warner Brothers manages its properties compared to Marvel's approach.

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Examining Cancel Culture and Social Media Outrage Jun 19, 2020

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A discussion on the rise of cancel culture, the impact of social media pile-ons, and why digging up years-old tweets creates unnecessary discord. The conversation explores the importance of free speech in comedy and media, questioning whether public outrage is a productive way to address societal problems or if it merely fuels polarization. The episode also features clips regarding the necessity of diverse perspectives and the challenges of maintaining common ground in an increasingly unfiltered online environment.

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Hartley Sawyer Firing and Batwoman Recasting Discussion Jun 12, 2020

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We discuss the firing of Hartley Sawyer from The Flash due to past social media posts and the implications of old online activity. We also cover the news regarding the recasting of Batwoman following Ruby Rose's departure and share personal experiences with smartphone data management mistakes.

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Gaming Accessibility and Custom Figure Modeling Jun 05, 2020

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We discuss the importance of gaming accessibility features and the work being done by advocates like Steve Saylor to improve the experience for players with visual impairments. We also dive into the world of custom action figure creation, highlighting the detailed work of artists modifying Batman: The Animated Series figures and our own experiences with DIY toy modifications and graphic design.

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IDW Comics, Snyder Cut, and Elon Musk on Higher Education May 29, 2020

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We break down recent layoffs at IDW and discuss why their TMNT series stands out, along with our thoughts on the Snyder Cut and general sequel fatigue. We also explore the viral news regarding Elon Musk’s recent comments about the necessity of college degrees versus practical job experience. Finally, we touch on the streaming rights game, the Back to the Future censorship error, and the funding success of the White Dragon project.

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CalArts Animation Issues, Nostalgia, Batwoman Exit, and Upload Series Review May 22, 2020

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We explore the comfort of rewatching favorite shows and the impact of character redesigns like Toucan Sam. We also discuss the news regarding Ruby Rose leaving the Batwoman series, the ongoing survival of the last Blockbuster store in Oregon, and share thoughts on the Amazon Prime sci-fi comedy Upload.

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Theater Consolidation, Boba Fett, and Kickstarter Updates May 15, 2020

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We discuss the possibility of movie studios acquiring theater chains, the reported return of Boba Fett to the Star Wars franchise in The Mandalorian, and current movie-tracking apps. We also cover recent comic book news regarding the Joker War and Nightwing, look at an 80s sci-fi documentary project on Kickstarter, and provide an update on the Legend of the White Dragon crowdfunded series.

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