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Trevor Balena & Julia Tutko-Balena

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Trevor (an expert geek) and Julia (a novice nerd) delve into current news, films, TV shows, comics, technology, and pop culture in general. Trevor then attempts to train Julia in the ways of the geek!
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AKA "A Little Squishy In Places" In the 276th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about new announcements from DC Comics. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rate the villains from the MCU. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Supergirl", "Black Lightning", and "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier". DC Welcome the New Superman and…
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AKA "The Most Backdoor-y Pilot Of All Backdoor Pilots" In the 275th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about John de Lancie's return to "Star Trek". Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rate more MCU supporting characters. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Batwoman", "Supergirl", "The Flash", "Black Lightning", and "The Falco…
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AKA "What’s One More Fugitive?" In the 274th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about DC Films not moving forwards with "New Gods" and "The Trench", as well as casting news for the "Batman: The Long Halloween" animated movie. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they make their picks for DC's 2021 Round Robin fan vote. Lastly, they discuss t…
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AKA "The Camera Adds A Hundred Pounds Of Muscle" In the 273rd episode, Trevor and Julia talk about Pierce Brosnan being cast in "Black Adam". Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor and Julia continue to rate supporting characters in the MCU. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Superman & Lois", "Batwoman", "The Flash", and …
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AKA "The Most Punchable Captain America" In the 272nd episode, Trevor and Julia talk about a new release date for "Black Widow", and "Batwoman" casting news. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about quotes from the theatrical version of "Justice League". Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Superman & Lois"…
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AKA "Everything’s Coming Up Gambi" In the 271st episode, Trevor and Julia talk about more new announcements from DC Comics. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they continue to rate the MCU's supporting characters. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Superman & Lois", "Batwoman", "The Flash", and "Black Lightning". Rorschach (2…
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AKA "Sticky Pickle" In the 270th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about . Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they continue to rate the MCU's supporting characters. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Superman & Lois", "The Flash", "Black Lightning", and "WandaVision". DC's 'Infinite Frontier' Expands with New Series! | DC DC Pro…
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AKA "Plop Your Rump" In the 269th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about the title of the third Spider-Man movie, and the announcement of a Superman movie reboot. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rate their excitement for DC's "Infinite Frontier" relaunch titles. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Batwoman" and "Black Li…
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AKA "Then You’ve Got Satan" In the 268th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about the casting of a new Supergirl for the "Flash" movie, Ryan Coogler making MCU series for Disney+, "Wonder Girl" not moving forward at the CW, John Wesley Shipp appearing on "Stargirl", and recent announcements from DC Comics. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then…
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AKA "I’m Here For The Hair" In the 267th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about the announcement of new "DC Showcase" animated shorts. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor and Julia rate recurring supporting characters in the MCU. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Batwoman" and "WandaVision". Constantine, Kamandi, Blue Be…
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AKA "I Have My Blood" In the 266th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about "Superman & Lois" getting an extended premiere, a potential revival of "Batman: The Animated Series", and the launch of DC Universe Infinite. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about Superman's hometown of Smallville. Lastly, they discuss the l…
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AKA "El Clarko" In the 265th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about Chris Evans potentially returning to the MCU, and announcements of more new series from DC. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about Superman's descendants and successors. Lastly, they discuss the season premiere of "Batwoman" and the first two episo…
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AKA "Disintegrate-y Gun" In the 264th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about "Green Arrow and the Canaries" not moving forward, and the official announcement of "Justice Society: World War II". Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rate the characters from "Turn A Gundam". Lastly, they discuss the season finale of "Star Trek: Discovery…
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AKA "Ultimate Fate In The Beepy Chair" In the 263rd episode, Trevor and Julia talk about "Wonder Woman 3" being fast tracked. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rate the "Star Trek" villains. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Doctor Who" and "Star Trek: Discovery". 'Wonder Woman 3' in the Works With Director Patty Jenki…
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AKA "I’ll Raise A Glass To You, My Genocidal Friend" In the 262nd episode, Trevor and Julia talk about DC's upcoming "Infinite Frontier" relaunch. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rate the "Mandalorian" Season 2 guest characters. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "The Mandalorian" and "Star Trek: Discovery". Infinite F…
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AKA "Come Back, Zinc!" In the 261st episode, Trevor and Julia talk about the rumors about "Spider-Man 3" casting, and the announcements from Disney's 2020 Investor Day. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rate their anticipation for upcoming Marvel TV shows and movies. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "The Mandalorian" a…
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AKA "A Good Belly Man" In the 260th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about Warner Media bringing their 2021 movie slate to HBO Max, and Oscar Isaac being cast in the "Metal Gear Solid" movie. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about "Metal Gear Solid". Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "The Mandalorian" and…
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AKA "A Primitive Version of Carl Weathers" In the 259th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about "Wonder Woman 1984" premiering on HBO Max, "Black Lightning" ending after Season 4, and David Ramsey's return to the Arrowverse. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they pick which characters from canceled Arrowverse shows should continue to app…
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AKA "The 120 Years Of Hell" In the 258th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about "Thor: Love and Thunder" casting news, potential new CW DC shows, and DC's new "Truth & Justice" digital anthology series. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rank the most intriguing characters from the early episodes of "After War Gundam X". Lastly, the…
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AKA "Not Everybody Can’t Be Infallible" In the 257th episode, Trevor and Julia pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rank the secondary characters from "Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team". Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "The Mandalorian" and "Star Trek: Discovery". Hellblazer: Rise and Fall (2020-) #2 - Comics by comiXology Youn…
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AKA "That Sweet, Sweet Dilithium" In the 256th episode, Trevor and Julia pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rank the main characters from "Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team". Lastly, they discuss the latest episode of "Star Trek: Discovery" and the season premiere of "The Mandalorian". Red Hood: Outlaw (2016-) #50 - Comics by comiXology D…
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AKA "Simple Sally" In the 255th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about possible casting for Marvel's Disney+ "Moon Knight" series. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rank the supporting characters from "Mobile Suit Gundam Wing". Lastly, they discuss the latest episode of "Star Trek: Discovery". Marvel Taps Oscar Isaac To Star in ‘Mo…
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AKA "Has He Got A Little Bit Of Space Druid In There?" In the 254th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about a possible "Static Shock" movie and DC's upcoming "Future State" event. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rank the pilots from "Mobile Suit Gundam Wing". Lastly, they discuss the season premiere of "Star Trek: Discovery". Mich…
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AKA "All About Jazz" In the 253rd episode, Trevor and Julia pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rank the settings from the "Mobile Suit Gundam" franchise. Lastly, they discuss the latest episode of "Star Trek: Lower Decks". Benedict Cumberbatch Joins ‘Spider-Man 3’ as Doctor Strange (Exclusive) | Hollywood Reporter Seth Grahame-Smith & Marc G…
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AKA "Eels Just Wanna Have Fun" In the 252nd episode, Trevor and Julia talk about the impending end of "Supergirl", the "Peacemaker" HBO Max series, and the reported "Nick Fury" Disney+ series. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor and Julia rank the little kids from the "Mobile Suit Gundam" franchise. Lastly, they discuss the lates…
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AKA "Beep Boop Pike Chair" In the 251st episode, Trevor and Julia talk about renewals and rebrandings surrounding the DC Universe service. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor and Julia rank the Char clones from the "Mobile Suit Gundam" franchise. Lastly, they discuss the latest episode of "Star Trek: Lower Decks". DC UNIVERSE Tra…
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AKA "Captain Picard Is On A Giant Ship" In the 250th episode, Trevor and Julia pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about "Star Trek" holodeck episodes, and Julia has a surprise quiz for Trevor! Lastly, they discuss the latest episode of "Star Trek: Lower Decks". Hawkman (2018-) #27 - Comics by comiXology The Flash (2016-) #761…
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AKA "Gulia Familiarity Index" In the 249th episode, Trevor and Julia pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor and Julia rank their favorite non-Flash speedsters in DC Comics. Lastly, they discuss the latest episode of "Star Trek: Lower Decks". Shazam! (2018-) #14 - Comics by comiXology Strange Adventures (2020-) #5 - Comics by comiXology…
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AKA "But The Wiki, Though" In the 248th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about the most exciting announcements from "DC Fandome". Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor and Julia rank their favorite non-Flash speedsters in DC Comics. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Star Trek: Lower Decks". Ben Affleck Will Return as Batma…
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AKA "Jim, Get Out There" In the 247th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about a new 1970s-set "Batman" animated movie, a new "Star Wars" Holiday Special, the re-announcement of "The Other History of the DC Universe", and the continuing fallout from the layoffs at DC Entertainment. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor and Julia rank t…
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AKA "Massive Bajoran Worf" In the 246th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about Olivia Swann returning in Season 6 of "Legends of Tomorrow", and the massive layoffs at DC Entertainment. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor and Julia rank their favorite non-Enterprise "Star Trek" ships. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Age…
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AKA "Overseas Villain" In the 245th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about the announcement of "DC Showcase - Batman: Death in the Family". Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about the Seven Soldiers of Victory from DC Comics. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.", "Stargirl", and "Doom…
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AKA "Horse Jimenez" In the 244th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about "Star Trek: Discovery" returning in October, an official title for "Star Trek: Prodigy", and the announcement of a new "Rorschach" series from DC Comics. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rank the Enterprises from "Star Trek". Lastly, they discuss the latest ep…
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AKA "Mental Mind Manipulation" In the 243rd episode, Trevor and Julia talk about "Batwoman" getting a new star, "The Batman" getting a spinoff on HBO Max, and the announcement of a new "Star Wars" animated series. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rank the Gundam Fighters from "Mobile Fighter G Gundam". Lastly, they discuss the l…
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AKA "The CW Or Nothing" In the 242nd episode, Trevor and Julia talk about "Stargirl" being renewed for Season 2, but only on the CW. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they rank the Green Lanterns from DC Comics. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.", "Stargirl", and "Doom Patrol". ‘DC’s Stargirl’ Renewed…
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AKA "Put Some Men In There" In the 241st episode, Trevor and Julia pick their Comics of the Week. Then, they pick their dream Justice League lineups. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.", "Harley Quinn", "Stargirl", and "Doom Patrol". John Constantine: Hellblazer (2019-) #7 - Comics by comiXology Suicide Squad (2019-…
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AKA "The Name For Brains" In the 240th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about Michael Keaton possibly returning to the role of Batman. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about alien planets in DC Comics. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.", "Harley Quinn", and "Stargirl". Michael Keat…
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AKA "Dear Dankmus" In the 239th episode, Trevor and Julia pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about one-off "Simpsons" characters. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.", "Harley Quinn", and "Stargirl". Swamp Thing: New Roots #8 - Comics by comiXology Harley Quinn (2016-) #73 - Comics by comiXolog…
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AKA "Cat Mask Of Friendship" In the 238th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about Hartley Sawyer being fired from "The Flash", and the latest on the plans to replace Ruby Rose on "Batwoman". Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about Wildcat. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.", “Legends…
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AKA "Frank E. Scorpio" In the 237th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about reports of Henry Cavill returning to play Superman. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about the quotes from "The Simpsons". Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of “Legends of Tomorrow”, "Harley Quinn", and "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.". Henry…
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AKA "Deckaamoo" In the 236th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about . Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about the DC Animated Movie Universe. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Batwoman", "Supergirl", “Flash”, “Legends of Tomorrow”, and "Harley ”. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quiz…
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AKA "A Dusting Of Lex Luthor" In the 235th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about "Swamp Thing" coming to the CW, and "Mandalorian" Season 2 casting rumors. Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about "Final Fantasy 7". Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Batwoman", "Supergirl", “Flash”, “Legends of Tomorrow”, …
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AKA "The Brains, The Heart, And The Crumpets" In the 234th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about Taika Waititi helming a "Star Wars" movie, and the voice cast for "Superman: Man of Tomorrow". Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about Life Day. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Batwoman", “Flash”, “Legends …
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AKA "Edel The Crone" In the 233rd episode, Trevor and Julia pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about games featuring the Chocobo from the “Final Fantasy” series. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of “Flash”, “Legends of Tomorrow”, "Harley Quinn" and "Star Wars: The Clone Wars", and give an update in Gundam Corner. Swam…
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AKA "Incrementally More Believable" In the 232nd episode, Trevor and Julia talk about J.J. Abrams producing "Justice League Dark" for HBO Max, a new "Mandalorian" behind-the-scenes show, and DC Comics' resumption of publishing. Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about mobile suit affiliations in "Mobile Suit Gundam". Lastly, they discuss the latest episode…
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AKA "Back To The Old Crab Mask" In the 230th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about Dylan Walsh being cast in "Superman & Lois". Next, they discuss the classic DC comic "Green Lantern: Rebirth". Then, Trevor quizzes Julia about "Green Lantern: Rebirth". Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Harley Quinn" and "Star Wars: The Clone Wars". ‘Super…
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AKA "Somebody's Ending Up In That Golem" In the 228th episode, Trevor and Julia talk about COVID-19 delaying everything, and a casting rumor for Season 2 of "The Mandalorian". Next, they pick their Comics of the Week. Then, Trevor and Julia rank their favorite portrayals of Dick Grayson. Lastly, they discuss the latest episodes of "Batwoman", "Supe…
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