Welcome to Geektown

by Kurt Onstad

We answer geeky questions that non-geeks have!

Episodes

Episode 178: Why-Men (Lesser Known X-Men; Bishop, Kwannon & Cannonball)

18m · Published 13 May 04:40

The 1990s was one of the best-selling eras for the X-Men comics. But, if you didn’t read them, you might not know who Bishop, Kwannon, or Cannonball are. Take a listen here to find out what makes each of those characters unique and what they brought to the team.

Episode 177: Non-Powered Superheroes

14m · Published 29 Apr 04:30

Inspired by a new listener question, Kurt goes through his definition of a “Non-Powered Superhero” (or Supervillain in one case), to see who qualifies in the Big 2 comic book universes. The answer may or may not surprise you, but you’ll have to listen to find out!

Episode 176: Why-Men (Lesser Known X-Men; Dazzler and Forge)

20m · Published 15 Apr 04:54

Continuing our focus on the “Almost Famous” members of the X-Men, we wrap up the members who joined in the 80s with the Disco Queen known as Dazzler, and the Indigenous American inventor who goes by Forge. But, before that, an important announcement about the future of the show.

Episode 175: Who Are The New Warriors? (Volume 4)

16m · Published 25 Mar 02:03

For the sixth anniversary of Welcome to Geektown, Kurt continues looking at the history of the New Warriors. However, this is the only incarnation of the team that does not have his favorite superhero, Speedball, as a member. Who are these new kids, and where do they get off taking the team’s name?

Episode 174: Why-Men (Lesser Known X-Men; Rachel Summers, Longshot, Psylocke)

20m · Published 11 Mar 04:20

Our fourth in a recurring series on the less famous members of the X-Men roster, we reach the 80s, with a alternate future child, a mullet-wearing alien clone, and a body swapped telepathic ninja. Yes, the X-Men are weird. Take a listen to find out exactly how weird it can get!

Episode 173: Who Are Madame Web and the Spider-Women?

19m · Published 26 Feb 05:54

Inspired by the recent Sony movie (which, while not good, is fun in its own way), we go through the comic book counterparts of the four lead women to see how they are all interconnected in multiple ways throughout their respective histories.

Episode 172: Football-playing Superheroes

18m · Published 12 Feb 06:31

In light of the Big Game that aired the day of this episode’s release, I found it only right to discuss heroes who were active in the sport at one time or another in their life. From Superman to SuperPro, football has been a part of many comic characters lives. Find out which of your favorites is included!

Episode 171: The Replacements - Green Lantern (Pt. 4; Simon Baz and Jessica Cruz)

14m · Published 29 Jan 05:53

Finally finishing up the Green Lantern “Replacements” episodes with the New 52 recruits of Simon Baz and Jessica Cruz. But, before we get to those, one last bit of business from the Loki Season 2 Deep Dive, thanks to a listener comment.

Episode 170: The Replacements - Green Lantern (Pt. 3; Kyle Rayner and Jade)

14m · Published 08 Jan 04:32

After a bit of a hiatus, we continue the discussion of Green Lantern “Replacements,” getting into the 90s with one of the longest running replacements, Kyle Rayner. (If you haven’t listened already, I suggest checking Episode 71 for discussion of Kyle’s first girlfriend, Alex DeWitt).

Quick Announcement

1m · Published 27 Nov 04:25

Just a small announcement regarding me taking a little time off from the show.

Welcome to Geektown has 194 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 97:29:35. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on November 28th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 18th, 2024 19:10.