Welcome to another episode of #NolanClub! In celebration of the 18th Anniversary of The Dark Knight, Geek History Lesson is exploring the most popular film for a podcast to discuss of all time - Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight! Join Jason and Ashley for an exploration of Christopher Nolan’s sophomore Batman movie, a groundbreaking Joker performance, and the argument of whether or not this movie ruined all Batman movies for the rest of time!? Listen now to find out—and brace yourself for them saying nice things about The Joker!
The Boys
Before Amazon’s hit series The Boys reaches its epic conclusion, we’re breaking down why this show deserves your attention! Joined by special guest Jeremy Skinner from the Jason & Jeremy Jawing About Justice League Podcast, we discuss what makes Homelander such a compelling (and terrifying) character, how The Boys and Karl Urban’s iconic smile have become more politically relevant than ever, and dive into full spoilers to share our bold predictions for how the series might end.
Superman Family 2 MEGA EPISODE (Jon Kent, Conner Kent, Superman The Movie, Man of Steel, Batman v Superman Stories & Lana Lang)
Get ready to soar through the skies of Smallville and Metropolis with our Superman Family Mega Episode celebrating the Reign of the Superboys! In this jam-packed celebration of the Man of Steel and his incredible legacy, we’re diving deep into the stories of Superman’s extended family, from Kryptonian clones to super-powered sons.Here’s what’s in store for this week’s super-powered lineup:
Jon Kent (GHL 356) – Discover the origins of Superman and Lois Lane’s son, the newest Superboy, and his journey from comics to live-action stardom on Superman & Lois.
Conner Kent (GHL 336) – Half Superman, half Lex Luthor, all heart. We explore Conner’s rise to fame during the Reign of the Supermen and his adventures in Smallville and beyond.
Superman: The Movie (45th Anniversary) (GHL 484) – Celebrate 45 years of the film that defined the superhero genre, with a deep dive into Christopher Reeve’s iconic portrayal and the movie’s groundbreaking legacy.
Man of Steel 10th Anniversary (GHL 462) – A decade after its release, we revisit the DCEU movie that redefined Superman for a new era and left an undeniable impact on the superhero film landscape.
Top 5 Batman v Superman Stories – From allies to adversaries, we rank the best stories that capture the legendary dynamic between the Dark Knight and the Man of Steel.
Lana Lang (GHL 206) – Explore the life of Superman’s childhood best friend, Lana Lang, and her evolution into the powerful Superwoman.
Whether you’re a die-hard Superman fan or just discovering the rich history of the Superman Family, this episode is packed with epic moments, fascinating discussions, and nostalgic deep dives into the stories that made us believe a man can fly.Don’t miss this super-sized celebration of all things Superman! Listen now and join us next week for even more Geek History Lesson adventures.
Justice League MEGA EPISODE (Justice League with Mark Waid, Injustice, Justice League Dark)
It’s time to unite the seven—and beyond! In this Geek History Lesson MEGA EPISODE, we’re celebrating DC’s greatest superhero team: the Justice League! We’ve gathered some of our favorite Justice League episodes from the archives for an epic deep dive into their history, their members, and their adventures across comics, animation, and alternate universes.Here’s what’s in store:
GHL 347: How Old is the Justice League? – Jason and special guest Cameron Cuffe (@thecameroncuffe) break down the ages of every League member. How old is Barry Allen? Let’s find out!
GHL 186: Justice League – Learn the origin story of the greatest superhero team in the DC Universe.
GHL 187: Justice League Part 2 with Mark Waid – Dive into the modern-day adventures of the League and enjoy an exclusive interview with JLA: Year One writer Mark Waid!
GHL 162: Injustice: Gods Among Us – Superman rules the Earth in an alternate universe, and Batman is his greatest enemy. Get caught up on the Injustice Universe before you dive into the games or comics!
GHL 148: Justice League Dark with Matt Ryan & More – Explore the supernatural side of the Justice League and hear interviews with Matt Ryan (Constantine), Jason O’Mara (Batman), and more from the Justice League Dark animated film!
From the classic origins of the League to their darkest timelines and magical allies, this MEGA EPISODE is packed with everything you need to know about DC’s most legendary team.
Batman Begins (Nolan Club Recast)
Welcome to another episode of #NolanClub! In celebration of the 15th Anniversary of Batman Begins, Geek History Lesson is kicking off the second installment of the Summer Movie Club with special guest Mark Ellis (@markellislive)! Join Jason and Ashley as they dive into Christopher Nolan’s groundbreaking reboot of the Dark Knight, exploring how it redefined superhero cinema and set the stage for a legendary trilogy. Will they uncover the true legacy of Bruce Wayne’s journey? Listen now to find out—and watch out for Mark's hot takes!
Wonder Man (Avengers)
Wonder Man has made it to the MCU in the word of streaming starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II! His comic book history is so confusing and he's quit so many Avengers teams this week on Geek History Lesson, we’re diving into the history of Wonder Man -- the times when Simon Williams is a working actor in Los Angeles, the times he had a group of weird roommates, Wonder Man is a stunt man, and an Avengers, and we are introduced to some of the most bizarre twists and turns in Marvel Comics history.
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Game of Thrones MEGA EPISODE (Jon Snow, House Targaryen, Our Perfect Kingsguard, Game of Thrones Series Review & Retrospective)
Westeros is once again at the forefront of television audience's minds! Dunk and Egg have stolen our hearts in A KNIGHT OF THE SEVEN KINGDOMS. Rhaenyra vs. Alicent returns to our screens this summer! How can your possibly keep it all straight? Maesters Ashley and Jason take the tomes down from the Citadel to unveil George R.R. Martin's history of A Song of Ice and Fire evolution into the Game of Thrones juggernaut it is tonight with these episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:
GHL 256 - Game of Thrones Series Review & Retrospective - Hot takes moments after the OG series wrapped!
GHL 251 - Our Perfect Kingsguard - who would we most want protecting our reign? Featuring special guest, Rachel Cushing!
GHL 19 - House Targaryen - Cousins be kissing!
GHL 10 - Jon Snow - A massive debate about whether or not we know everyone or nothing about Jon Snow!
Learn what it takes to reinvent fantasy for a modern audience. Is it dark edginess? Or practiced tropes? Introducing a new character every chapter? Join us for this in-depth celebration of A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE!
Starfleet Academy
This month the Star Trek series 40 years in the making, Starfleet Academy, introduces us to a new generation of Starfleet Cadets and the first new class in the 32nd century! Some familiar faces also return to the franchise. This week on Geek History Lesson we put our Starfleet uniforms back on (with the dust from The Red Shirt Diaries and Section 31), to boldly go where no podcast has gone before!
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
Game of Thrones returns! This time it's about the Hedge Knight and his Squire during the time of the greatest piece Westeros has ever seen! What is Dunk short for? What does Egg mean? How do you pronounce "AKOTSK"? Let us guide you back into the world of Westeros as we prepare to watch A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms!
X-Men MEGA EPISODE 2 (Emma Frost, Nightcrawler, Cable, Kitty Pryde)
Once again the X-Men are the team on every Marvel Movie fans' lips! With Cyclops giving us big Jim Lee 90s comics energy in the AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY trailer we wanted to reexamine the personal favorite X-Men members of our hosts. Do you love any of these characters as much as we do? Strap yourself into the Quinjet as we present you these episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:
GHL 473 - Emma Frost - ft. the strong opinions of Diego Anthony Nuñez!
GHL 225 - Nightcrawler - the birth of Tex Willerman!
GHL 211 - Cable - the time traveling history of the best Summers child
GHL 14 - Kitty Pryde - Discover one of the first X-Men episodes we ever recorded with a bonus dragon
Learn what it takes to tell the best of the best comic book stories in the Marvel Comics Universe. Is it style? Or substance? Join us for this in-depth celebration of top dogs!
Best DC Comics Stories MEGA EPISODE (Best Batman, Best Alfred, Best Batman Writers, Best Superman, Best Batman v Superman Stories)
Batman is an Absolute beast! Superman has the Absolute best covers! With the Dark Knight and Man of Steels's DC Absolute Series flying off the shelves there is no better time to explore what it takes to tell the best Kryptonian tales and adventures of the Caped Crusader than now. Strap yourself into the Batmobile we present you these episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:
GHL 431 - Best Batman Family Stories - Discover storytelling beyond the Bat!
GHL 432 - Best Alfred Pennyworth Stories - Did you think we'd forget Batman's true father?
GHL 402 - Best Batman Writers of All Time - Want to guess at our list?
GHL 351 - Best Superman Stories - Learn what an alien can teach us about being human
GHL 106 - Top 5 Batman v Superman Stories - Strap in for when The Big Blue Boyscout and Gotham's Son come to blows
Learn what it takes to tell the best of the best comic book stories in the DC Comics Universe. Is it style? Or substance? Join us for this in-depth celebration of top dogs: Batman and Superman!
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Holiday Special MEGA EPISODE 2 (Doctor Strange Holiday Special + Tex Men Ep 1)
We're bringing it back! No one asked for it! Here's every Doctor Strange Holiday Special EVER + the premier episode of TEX MEN! Relive old characters you forgot about or probably should have forgotten! Discover how GHL guest stars Doctor Strange and Clea have taken over the podcast every year! Hear every shenanigan between Tex Willerman and Nightcrawler! Happy Holidays! Special guests incude: Omar Najam (how many times can one guest appear!?), Dani Fernandez, Sam Bashor, John Steven Rocha and more!
KPop Demon Hunters - Tex Men Ep 3
After months of "technical difficulties", the third episode of TEX MEN is finally here! Tex Willerman and Kurt Wagner, the incredible NIGHTCRAWLER are back, and this time they’re joined by Kurt’s old buddy, the mysterious card throwing mutant known as Gambit, Remy LeBeau. Together, they dive into Tex's new fascination -- a little known Korean Documentary called Kpop Demon Hunters. Don’t worry, it’s not all demon drama. Tex also drops some fun facts about the news stories of June 2025, how the Saja Boys ripped off a Coca Cola Cowboy, and his plans for a new Piggly Wiggly Casino! Watch out and make sure you don't put your fist in anyone's mouth!
(We’re as confused as you are).
It’s a Geek History Lesson holiday special packed with geeky goodness, questionable tangents, and enough chaos to make Wolverine lose his cool.
Featuring: Omar Najam
Grab some eggnog, put on your 90s Head Cowl, and let’s do this!
Alien vs Predator Duel 30th Anniversary Retrospecive (Fanbase Feature Crossover)
Explore the comic book origins behind the AVP franchise in the wake of Predator: Badlands playing in cinemas as Ashley Victoria Robinson joins the fine folks of the Fanbase Weekly podcast for a special episode of Fanbase Features! Together they discuss the glories and pitfalls of 1990s comic books, the design language of both Xenomorphs and Predators, and ask if they can remember th ename of any character in this story?
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Wonder Woman MEGA Episode (Wonder Woman The Golden Age, Wonder Woman The Silver Age & Wonder Woman The Bronze Age)
Great Hera! Wonder Woman has an iconic solo series and DC Absolute Series on shelves right now! The toughest and kindest member of DC Comics' trinity is the character on everybody's lips. In celebration of the Goddess of War we present you these episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:
GHL 164: Wonder Woman (The Golden Age) – Want to know where and how Diana Prince became Wonder Woman?!
GHL 350: Wonder Woman (The Silver Age) – Did you know Wonder Woman was a fashion editor?
GHL 526: Wonder Woman (The Bronze Age) – Discover the power George Perez wielded over Wondy
Welcome to Paradise Island! Or is it Themyscira? Join us for this epic celebration of the most powerful hero in the DC Comics Universe - Wonder Woman!
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Godzilla 1985 40th Anniversary Retrospective (Fanbase Feature Crossover)
Celebrate the legacy of Japanese icon, Godzilla, as Ashley Victoria Robinson joins the fine folks of the Fanbase Weekly podcast (for her second Godzilla appearance!), for a special episode of Fanbase Features! Together they discuss the American television edit iconically known as "Godzilla 1985", their shared loved and nostalgia for this particular version of the story, and try to divorce themselves enough to decide if there is anything actually good in this movie?
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Frankenstein MEGA EPISODE (Frankenstein in Pop Culture, DC Comics' Frankenstein)
It's alive! It's alive! The podcast is a live! #GHLSpookySeason2025 is in full swing and this year we have set our sights on the release of Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein. From Doctor Victor Frankenstein's hubris, to Mary Shelley's genius, to Elizabeth's innocence, and whether he's called "The Creature" or "The Monster" we break down the many distinct facets of a character who has simply come to be known as "Frankenstein" in these Creature-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:
GHL 512: Frankenstein in Pop Culture – Uncover all the different pieces of media that were sown together to create the "Frankenstein" you know and love today
GHL 513: DC Comics' Frankenstein – Study up on the big guy from The Creature Commandos
Fire, bad! Podcast, good! Join us for this creepy celebration of all things Frankenstein!
Justice Gang MEGA EPISODE (Mister Terrific, Guy Gardner, Hawkman, Supergirl)
Being kind is punk rock! Now that Superman is available on streaming and home videos we wanted to highlight the new team assembled in the movie - The Justice Gang! From one of the smartest men in the DC Universe, to a Green Lantern, to a mystical hero with wings, and Clark's tough girl cousin we present you these episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:
GHL 135: Mister Terrific – Why does he have to be the THIRD smartest!?
GHL 293: Guy Gardner – Did you know the bowl cut Lantern was named after a real life astronaut?
GHL 92: Hawkman – Discover the complicated mystical alien histories shared by both Carter and Kendra!
GHL 87: Supergirl – Learn just how bad the Girl of Steel's attitude can get!
Wade through retcons! Fight baddies! Join us for this epic celebration of the latest DC Cinematic Super Team - The Justice Gang!
Best Alien Movie
Alien: Earth has viewers gripping their television screens. Stories of Ripley and the Xenomorphs seamlessly horror and science fiction. This week on Geek History Lesson, Ashley is joined by writer Grant DeArmitt (Ratatosk, HUNT FOR THE SOLAVORE, and CONTAINMENT BREACH: VOL 2), to get to the bottom of the Best Movie in the Alien Franchise. Will your fave reign supreme? Read Grant's horror writing for Popverse here: https://www.thepopverse.com/authors/grant-dearmitt.
The Addams Family (RECAST)
Wednesday Addams is the breakout star of Charles Addams' comic-strip-turned-multi-media-juggernaut: THE ADDAMS FAMILY! This week on Geek History Lesson, we are getting creepy and cooky, mysterious and spooky in celebration of Wednesday season 2, part 2 on Netflix! Learn all about Wednesday's comic strip origins, how cute she was, and her evolution into the dark dive we love to watch today! Did you know the iconic dance isn't just a TikTok trend, but reaches all the way back to the 1964 series with ties to both Lord of the Rings AND Batman 66?