Discover the secrets of the universe's hidden framework and the groundbreaking technologies that could redefine space travel! In this episode, we explore the Cosmic Mycelial Network, a vast web interlacing galaxies through dark matter and magnetic fields. Learn how the visible universe of protons, neutrons, and electrons is just a tiny fraction of …

What if a tiny twist in history could lead to a world where World War VII has given rise to the Ameri-Mexicanadian enclave? Join us on a wild journey through the captivating genre of alternate history, where we explore the "what ifs" that tickle our imagination and keep us up at night. We kick off with some playful banter about how minor changes co…

Unleash your imagination with Scarface: The World is Yours as we delve into an alternate video game universe where you can rewrite the iconic film's ending. Discover how movie-based games like Titanic and Jaws Unleashed offer unique experiences, while we discuss hot topics such as Van Morrison and Eric Clapton's anti-vax stances and Mick Jagger's f…

Superman - arguably the Joey Chestnut of Superheroes - is marred by a dark open-secret that haunts all those who wear the cape onscreen...or so the legend goes. Is the "Superman Curse" real or just a self-fulfilling prophecy? Since fellow Missourian James Gunn is poised to bring a fresh take on the Big Blue Boyscout, we thought we'd challenge the m…

Hey there, Dispatchers! We're legitimately sorry we've been a bit spotty with uploads. If you listen to this we hope you'll understand a bit more and hold on tight ( just to keep from getting thrown to the wolves).By Dispatch Ajax!

Gerard Butler's accent isn't the only thing that's fire-hot in this episode; our latest podcast episode delves deep into the heart of this dragon epic, exploring the risks and creative choices that defined its production. The journey begins with a discussion on the medieval-meets-military elements that gave "Reign of Fire" its unique flavor. Produc…

In this installment of our Sub-show The Eastside Theatre Guild, we unravel the tapestry of the cult classic "Reign of Fire." We dissect Matthew McConaughey's oft-overlooked role, peeling back layers to reveal a character as complex as the dragon-riddled world he navigates. As the dragon's fiery reign draws to a close and survivors face the daunting…

Our exploration begins with a discussion on naming goats, "Custer's Revenge," "Beat 'Em & Eat 'Em" and "Bachelor Party", the broader impact of adult video games on the industry, the paradox of representation, acknowledging the sexualized context in which female characters were often portrayed, and consider how technological advancements have perpet…

Embark on an odyssey through the intricate evolution of Starfleet's armaments, where a simple trigger pull has implications that echo across the cosmos. Prepare to be spellbound as we dissect Starfleet's iconic phasers and disruptors, revealing the scientific marvels and the cultural philosophies entwined in their designs. From their inception as c…

Nearly 3 years ago we began the project of restarting our podcast after a 12-year hiatus. We were a bit rusty at first, we had some crappy audio and it took a while to get back into our groove. But, to commemorate the event we thought we'd present all you loyal Dispatchers with our first episode... with slightly improved audio! You're welcome. Emba…

Continuing our Video Game series, we'll unpack the tumultuous tale of Atari, through the eyes of Howard Scott Warshaw, whose boundless ambition led to the mythic E.T. video game fiasco. But before you think it's all doom and gloom, we'll lighten the mood with a whimsical wander into the off-kilter art of taxidermy. It's a wild ride that promises bo…

One of the great Video Game Urban Legends, Polybius, is the tale of a mysterious arcade cabinet from the 1990's that supposedly caused illness, violence and even madness. The crazy thing is...a lot of it is true. Join us as we debunk or...uhhh...bunk this insane American Legend.By Dispatch Ajax!

Arguably the coolest and one of the most iconic crossover events is RoboCop vs Terminator! It was a relatively obscure series by Dark Horse Comics but managed to spawn multiple incarnations, toys, video games, and now a podcast episode for you to enjoy.By Dispatch Ajax!

To prove we cover allll of Geek Culture, we are doing a whole series on video games! This episode we tackle a crazy story on the game 'Night Trap'. The lame game that sparked the downfall of companies, Congressional hearings and changed the course of video games forever.By Dispatch Ajax!

'Back to the Future 2' takes place in 2015. 'Blade Runner' happens in 2019... Sci-Fi has always tried to forecast the not-so-distant future. This is the first episode of our breakdown of what came to pass and which did NOTBy Dispatch Ajax!

As part of an ongoing series of shorter episodes we tackle strange crossovers in media. A phenomenon that was extremely rare when we were young, the Crossover is now a genre trope - for good and for bad. In this series we're going to cover really odd examples and really cool ones, (spoiler: they're usually bad).…

In the second in the series we talk about further tales of Jesus from around the world. This time we explore the apocryphal legends surrounding his journey onto the Indian sub-continent. That's right! For the Christmas season we talk about Jesus in India!By Dispatch Ajax!

In this installment of our Holiday series we begin exploring the adventures of Jesus in other cultures' traditions. Outside of Christian lore Jesus Christ had some crazy adventures that should be recognized. This one goes into the long-standing tradition of Jesus in Japan!By Dispatch Ajax!

Our in-depth journey into the holiday classic, 'A Christmas Story'! You likely love or hate it nowadays, but the franchise is much crazier than you can possibly imagine. It's not just the one film...it's an entire Cinematic Universe, spanning multiple decades and starring multiple actors. Take a deep dive into this fascinating cultural phenomenon w…

This year is indeed the 30th Anniversary of the iconic 90's cult-fav turned mega-hit, the X-files. In this - the first episode of Season 2 - we count down the most important episodes to watch to get the optimal Mulder/Scully experience!By DispatchAjax

In our final Halloween installment we will review the shameless commercial-as-movie...Spirit Halloween...The Movie! It stars Christopher Lloyd and Racheal Leigh Cook, and does them both dirty. Come slum it with us for this schlock-fest!By Dispatch Ajax!

One of the most unsung and underrated genres in all of Comic Books is easily Horror. A topic as old as the medium itself and one that kept Comics alive for many a year. Enjoy this introduction into the whole thing whilst in the middle of Halloween Spooky Season!By Dispatch Ajax!

Here's a preview from Season 2 where we discuss the franchise, (originally titled "Scary Movie"), Wes Craven's 'SCREAM'! We watched all 6 big screen installments and tackle the series for the first time in its entirety!By DispatchAjax

Season 2 is coming soon and we're going to hit the ground running. Here's a short clip from an upcoming episode, just a little taste of what to expect!By Dispatch Ajax!

We have another installment of our side project "Memory Gamma", which is a True Crime chronicle of Star Trek villains and periphery analysis! This addition is all about androids! You love 'em, we love 'em, they yearn to be Human.By DispatchAjax

Sorry to pull that alarm, but it's true. We've had some crazy stuff happen to us recently and that's why we haven't been able to post much. But we're getting back into the saddle and we're riding this train to Valhalla!By Dispatch Ajax

In this episode we discuss things like 'Who is the fastest Flash', comic book store etiquette and other common, geeky questions people often have. Don't worry, we will give you real answers to such classic queries.By Dispatch Ajax!

You may know about the Mothman, but have you heard of Indrid Cold? A mysterious entity that will forever be tied with Mothman Lore, Cold haunted West Virginia and one frumpy Apalachian salesman in the 1960s.By Dispatch Ajax!

That's right! As part of our strange books and tomes series we tackle the one, the only Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy! This is the only book we're going to cover in this episode so you can focus all your attention on this Mostly Harmless classic.By Dispatch Ajax

You've probably seen Dolph Lundgren in something. Whether it's "Rocky IV", "Aquaman", or "Masters of the Universe", he's been doing his thing for a long time. And he's the best at it. Ever. This episode will give you an introduction to Dolph, and it will surprise you. It's his world, we're just living in it.…

That's right, we watched The Flash so you don't have to! Here's our review of one of the dying DCEU's final installments for your listening pleasure. May it rest in peace.By Dispatch Ajax

As the outlook for the powers of the Alpha and Beta quadrants grew increasingly grim, the Romulan Empire turned to drafting soldiers from their dirty little secret: The people of Romii, known to the rest of the galaxy as Remus. The Remen were at worst 2nd class citizens of the Empire and at worst slave labor, their population subjugated when then v…

In this series we discuss books of Mystery, the Occult, and of Legend. This includes both famous works of fiction and of real-life conundrums. From the Necronomicon to the The Dead Sea Scrolls, we will cover the highlights from throughout history!By DispatchAjax

In this series we discuss books of Mystery, the Occult, and of Legend. This includes both famous works of fiction and of real-life conundrums. From the Necronomicon to the The Dead Sea Scrolls, we will cover the highlights from throughout history!By DispatchAjax

In this series we discuss books of Mystery, the Occult, and of Legend. This includes both famous works of fiction and of real-life conundrums. From the Necronomicon to the The Dead Sea Scrolls, we will cover the highlights from throughout history!By Dispatch Ajax

After a brief break we're back with our latest episode! Where in the World are DC's Cities?? What's up with those fictional cities in the DC universe? Where exactly are Metropolis and Gotham? What about Keystone and Central City? We will do our damnedest to pin down those locales and the real cities they represent.…

For our 50th episode celebration we tackle an oft forgotten but extremely important event in history (and especially comic books): Fredrick Werthem's Seduction of the Innocent. This is a big one.By DispatchAjax

The 1980s saw a glut in Sc-Fi, Fantasy and Horror media in the mainstream for the first time in quite a while. Many would say it was the Golden Era in Geek media... and they might be right. Join us for our first deep dive into some obscure stuff from the realm of television, starting with Monsters!By DispatchAjax

In this episode we review 3 random episodes from different Superhero TV shows from the past. X-men Evolution, The New Batman Adventures and Smallville. Trust us when we say you won't want to miss these gems. They're bonkers.By DispatchAjax

We get into the Geeky-est decade of all time with the jumping-off point of modern Geektie Culture. The 1980's were a crazy, conflicted time in Human History. They *also* lead to some incredible Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Horror that has yet to be matched.By DispatchAjax

In this episode we talk about some of news stories so strange they sound like Science Fiction. Then we show parallels between them and the Pop Culture examples that prove it!By Dispatch Ajax!

Sports exist even in Geeky content, and that's OK! In this episode we discuss sports in Science Fiction and other genres, why they're included, what they mean and why people love 'em.By DispatchAjax

(Fixed audio) We present our review of the year that was 2022, Part 2! This time around we cover TV, obituaries and look toward 2023!By DispatchAjax

Let us all reflect on the year that was 2022. Good or bad, it happened. So let us disect all that happened in Geek Culture, one genre at a time.By DispatchAjax

A Christmas Story! You likely love or hate it nowadays, but the franchise is much crazier than you could possibly imagine. Happy Life Day from Dispatch Ajax! Also, it's not our *official * 42nd episode. But that's comin' soon!By DispatchAjax

Last year we brought you some underrated horror you should see. This time we're presenting you with some of the Best Terrible Horror that MUST be seen!By DispatchAjax

Edit: Now with improved audio! In our second dive into horror sub-genres we tackle the surprisingly diverse realm of Elevator Horror! Believe it or not, there's a lot to explore.By DispatchAjax

Our first dive into the obscure or less-thought-of sub-genres of Pop Culture media is the *very* specific Animal Horror! Jake has a comprehensive breakdown of this fascinating and diverse niche of Horror.By DispatchAjax

In this episode we wrap our deep dive into the Geeky Meta-ness of the Great American Movie Franchise, Rocky! If you haven't heard our previous installments feel free to go back and catch up. We'll wait.By DispatchAjax

Believe it or not, James Bond has had an ongoing TV show - officially licensed - in the 1990's. Its origins aren't what you might think and the story is surprisingly interesting. Join us for our look back at the weird and wild cartoon 'James Bond Jr.'!By DispatchAjax