ABOUT THIS EPISODE
We're back and better than ever in our landmark tenth episode of the season! Dean and Jay (featuring returning guest host Ben) dive headfirst into the weirdest corners of geek culture.
In This Episode:
- The Ghostbusting Chronicles: Exploring the internet buzz around the rumoured Ghostbusters: Nightmare on 34th Street live-action movie.
- Zavvi’s Sudden Exit: Pouring one out for the geek retailer Zavvi as they enter administration, taking our pre-orders with them.
- The Ultimate Mashup Challenge: We break down why an Ectome Alone setup (Home Alone + Ghostbusters) is the crossover event we didn't know we needed.
- Dungeon Crawler Carl: How American author Matt Dinniman's novels got Jay into books.
- Geek Culture & Mental Health: A heartfelt look at supporting one another, remembering the incredible RJ Mitte, and finding community when times get tough.
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