Once Upon A Geek
The Irredeemable Shag
Celebrating a variety of geeky subjects that we love! Ever-changing topics covering science fiction, comic books, pop culture, what it means to be a geek in this world, and other nostalgia-fueled ideas! Hosted by The Irredeemable Shag and part of THE FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK! Life is short. Focus on the positive. Find Your Joy.
Once Upon A Geek - V UK: Visitation
ONCE UPON A VISITOR IN THE UK! Steven Boyd and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing V UK: VISITATION! This brand-new audio drama by Big Finish Productions faithfully adapts Kenneth Johnson's original "V" mini-series! As life-long fans of "V", we discuss our love for the original "V", and then dig into this new audio adaptation! Finally, Shag covers YOUR listener feedback from the past few episodes! 00:00:30 - Introductions 00:02:45 - Steven's origin story with "V" 00:12
Mar 9, • 1:46:08
Once Upon A Geek - Doctor Who Lucie Miller and 2025 Gallifrey One Pregame
ONCE UPON A TIMELORD - LUCIE MILLER AND GALLIFREY ONE PREGAME David "Ace" Gutiérrez and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing Doctor Who, specifically our favorite Eighth Doctor companions, Big Finish audio dramas featuring Lucie Miller, and they do some pregaming for next week's GALLIFREY ONE convention in Los Angeles! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/ouag29/
Feb 9, • 1:32:40
Once Upon A Geek - Uncanny X-Men #190-191 (1985)
ONCE UPON A MUTANT - UNCANNY X-MEN #190-191 Chris Pine and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing classic UNCANNY X-MEN comics and favorite eras! Then we follow our favorite Mutants into NYC turned barbarian battleground with Uncanny X-Men #190-191 written by Chris Claremont and illustrated by John Romita Jr & Dan Green! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/ouag28/
Jan 12, • 1:20:59
Once Upon A Geek - Blue Devil #4 and DC Sampler #2
ONCE UPON A BLUE DEVIL - BLUE DEVIL #4! Our coverage of the classic 1980s BLUE DEVIL comic series continues with BLUE DEVIL #4, plus the Blue Devil pages from DC SAMPLER #2, both cover dated September 1984! Diabolu Frank and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy alongside Dan Cassidy as he arm wrestles Superman, flirts with Zatanna, and comes face-to-face with Nebiros again! Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback and we fan-cast Sharon Scott! Have a question or comment? Looking f
Dec 15, 2024 • 1:10:19
Once Upon A Geek - What If (vol 1) #24 and What If (vol 2) #2
ONCE UPON A WHAT IF! Andrew Leyland and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing the Marvel comic series that explores the multiverse of cause-and-effect.. WHAT IF! We discuss Andy's history with the series, then we take a deep dive into two issues: What If (vol 1) #24 - “What if… Gwen Stacy had Lived?” What If (vol 2) #2 - “What if… Daredevil Killed the Kingpin?” Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: h
Nov 10, 2024 • 1:34:39
Once Upon A Geek - Star Trek Novels
ONCE UPON A STAR TREK NOVEL! Jon Wilson and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing STAR TREK NOVELS! We chat about our first exposure to Trek books, why we love the novels, our favorite books, favorite eras & favorite authors, and then we spotlight Peter David's novel VENDETTA! Finally, Shag covers YOUR listener feedback from the past few episodes! 00:00:52 - Introductions 00:06:25 - Our first exposure to Trek novels 00:18:15 - What we love about Trek novels 00:23:34 - F
Oct 13, 2024 • 2:12:18
Once Upon A Geek - Hero Squared
ONCE UPON A HERO SQUARED! Bill Bere and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing HERO SQUARED, the comic book sitcom from BOOM! Studios written by Keith Giffen and JM DeMatteis! Can Captain Valor and Milo, two alternate universe versions of the same guy, learn to live together while also coping with Milo's girlfriend and Valor's archenemy? We cover the first storyline from the 2004 HERO SQUARED X-TRA SIZED SPECIAL one-shot, and 2005 HERO SQUARED #1-3 limited series! Have a questi
Sep 8, 2024 • 52:46
Once Upon A Geek - Blue Devil #3 (August 1984)
ONCE UPON A BLUE DEVIL - BLUE DEVIL #3! Our coverage of the classic 1980s BLUE DEVIL comic series continues with BLUE DEVIL #3 from August 1984! Diabolu Frank and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy alongside Dan Cassidy as he battles Metallo in S.T.A.R. Labs, to save the life of Superman! Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback and we fan-cast Wayne Tarrant! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http:/
Jul 14, 2024 • 1:42:35
Once Upon A Geek - Uncanny X-Men #235-238 (1988) and X-Men 97
ONCE UPON AN UNCANNY X-MEN Matt Ev and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing classic UNCANNY X-MEN comics, favorite eras & members! Plus, they revisit Genosha with a deep dive into Uncanny X-Men #235-238 written by Chris Claremont and illustrated by Marc Silvestri & Rick Leonardi! Finally, they share their love for the recent X-Men 97 animated series! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireand
Jun 16, 2024 • 2:16:07
Once Upon A Geek - Military Sci-Fi Novels
ONCE UPON A MILITARY SCIENCE FICTION NOVEL! Van Allen Plexico and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing military science fiction novels, how we found the genre, why we love it, favorite classics, and lesser known authors. Plus, Van shares the intel on his own upcoming military sci-fi book, ALPHA/OMEGA! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/ouag21/ Follow Van Al
May 12, 2024 • 1:25:50
Once Upon A Geek - JLApril - The Helmet of Fate: Detective Chimp
ONCE UPON A DETECTIVE CHIMP! Joining the 2024 JLApril podcast crossover event, Doug Zawisza and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing DETECTIVE CHIMP! We chat about Bobo T. Chimpanzee's publication history, how we found the character, and cover the 2007 issue, The Helmet of Fate: Detective Chimp! Then Shag covers YOUR listener feedback from the past few episodes! Now quit monkeying around and listen! 00:00:26 - Introductions 00:03:10 - Detective Chimp publication history 00:0
Apr 14, 2024 • 1:16:38
Once Upon A Geek - Blue Devil #2 (July 1984)
ONCE UPON A BLUE DEVIL - BLUE DEVIL #2! Our coverage of the classic 1980s BLUE DEVIL comic series continues! Diabolu Frank and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy leaping into the second explosive issue as our hero faces Shockwave in BLUE DEVIL #2 from July 1984! Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback and we fan-cast Marla Bloom! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podc
Mar 17, 2024 • 1:48:24
Once Upon A Geek - Daredevil #268 (July 1989)
ONCE UPON THE MAN WITHOUT FEAR! J David Weter and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing one of their all-time favorite characters, the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen - Marvel’s DAREDEVIL! To help celebrate Daredevil's 60th Anniversary, we discuss why we love the character, our favorite runs, thoughts about DD on-screen, and take a blind leap into Daredevil (vol 1) #268 by Ann Nocenti & John Romita Jr! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIR
Feb 11, 2024 • 1:13:39
Once Upon A Geek - What If (vol 1) #46 and What If (vol 2) #66
ONCE UPON A WHAT IF! Chris Franklin and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing the Marvel comic series that explores the multiverse of cause-and-effect.. WHAT IF! We discuss Chris' history with the series, then we take a deep dive into two issues: What If (vol 1) #46 - “What if… Spider-Man’s Uncle Ben had Lived?” What If (vol 2) #66 - “What if… Rogue Possessed the Power of Thor” Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER P
Jan 14, 2024 • 1:12:10
Once Upon A Geek - Doctor Who Fury from the Deep
ONCE UPON AN ANIMATED TIMELORD - FURY FROM THE DEEP! To celebrate the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who, Shag and Justin (from The Fanholes Podcast) dive into a classic 2nd Doctor episode from 1968! Shag's never seen this animated story, so it's new to him! Plunge with us into FURY FROM THE DEEP! Additionally, we discuss our favorite 2nd Doctor stories, which missing episodes we'd rescue, and our experience with previous Doctor Who anniversaries! Have a question or comment? Looking for more g
Nov 12, 2023 • 1:14:07
Once Upon A Geek - Ted Lasso
ONCE UPON A SOCCER MATCH (FOOTBALL MATCH) - TED LASSO! Coach Shag is joined by Coach Patrick & Coach Entropy as they find their joy discussing the recent Apple TV show entitled, TED LASSO. They cover their passion for the series, the themes of the show, why it's NOT about soccer, and favorite characters & episodes. Plus, we speculate on possible spin-offs. Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback from recent episodes! 00:00:26 - Introductions 00:02:10 - What is the show about?
Oct 15, 2023 • 2:04:49
Once Upon A Geek - Blue Devil #1 (June 1984)
ONCE UPON A BLUE DEVIL - BLUE DEVIL #1! Our coverage of the classic 1980s BLUE DEVIL comic series continues! Diabolu Frank and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing one of their all-time favorite characters, Blue Devil! This episode we explore the first issue of ole hornhead's ongoing series, BLUE DEVIL #1 from June 1984! Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST web
Sep 10, 2023 • 1:31:28
Once Upon A Geek - Blue Devil Interview with Dan Mishkin and Gary Cohn
ONCE UPON A BLUE DEVIL - INTERVIEW WITH CO-CREATORS DAN MISHKIN AND GARY COHN Our coverage of the classic 1980s BLUE DEVIL comic series continues! This episode offers a fascinating interview recorded in 2009 with the Blue Devil co-creators, writers Dan Mishkin & Gary Cohn. Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/ouag13/ Links referenced in the podcast: The original Blue Dev
Jul 9, 2023 • 49:10
Once Upon A Geek - Blue Devil Preview in Fury of Firestorm #24
ONCE UPON A BLUE DEVIL - THE 16-PAGE PREVIEW! Our coverage of the classic 1980s BLUE DEVIL comic series begins! Diabolu Frank and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing one of their all-time favorite characters, Blue Devil! This episode re-presents a previous discussion exploring Blue Devil's first appearance in the 16-page free preview from THE FURY OF FIRESTORM #24! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST websit
Jun 11, 2023 • 1:05:16
Once Upon A Geek - JLMay: Brave & the Bold #30 with Green Lantern and Doctor Fate
ONCE UPON THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD! Joining the 2023 JLMay podcast crossover event, Keith G Baker and The Irredeemable Shag discuss THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #30 (2010) starring Green Lantern (Hal Jordan) & Dr Fate (Kent Nelson)! They find their joy covering this fantastic issue and why they love these characters! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/ouag11/ Follow Keith G Bake
May 14, 2023 • 1:05:59
Once Upon A Geek - Battlestar Galactica Comic Book Adaptation
ONCE UPON A COMIC BOOK ADAPTATION - BATTLESTAR GALACTICA! Paul Spataro and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing comic book adaptations of movies, specifically the comic magazine adaptation of the 1978 Battlestar Galactica theatrical film! Plus, we spend time chatting about the 2000s reimagined BSG series. Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback! 00:13:20 - Battlestar Galactica 2000s reimagining 00:24:10 - Other comic book adaptations of movies 00:32:40 - Marvel C
Apr 16, 2023 • 2:06:44
Once Upon A Geek - Doctor Who 2023 Gallifrey One Convention
ONCE UPON A TIMELORD AT THE 2023 GALLIFREY ONE CONVENTION! David "Ace" Gutiérrez and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing Doctor Who, specifically a fantastic convention held in Los Angeles each year called GALLIFREY ONE! The episode begins prior to the convention, discussing favorite memories of past years and items we're anticipating for 2023. Then at the end of the episode, a live recording from the conclusion of the convention recapping our misadventures from this year! Hav
Mar 12, 2023 • 1:37:21
Once Upon A Geek - What If (vol 1) #45 and What If (vol 2) #9
ONCE UPON A WHAT IF! JT The Exterminator and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing the Marvel comic series that explores the multiverse of cause-and-effect.. WHAT IF! Covering why we love the concept, favorite issues, MCU animated series, and volume 1 versus volume 2. Then we take a deep dive into two issues: What If (vol 1) #45 - “What If the Hulk Went Berserk?!” What If (vol 2) #9 - “What If... The New X-Men Had Died On Their Very First Mission?" Have a question or comment?
Jan 15, 2023 • 1:24:22
Once Upon A Geek - Alpha Flight
ONCE UPON THE GREAT WHITE NORTH! Sean Ross and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing Marvel's Canadian (dysfunctional) super-team, ALPHA FLIGHT! Why we love the team, best eras of comics, best (and worst) team members, and planning for Alpha Flight in the MCU! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/ouag07/ Follow Sean Ross: Pulp2Pixel: http://pulp2pixel.blogspot.
Nov 13, 2022 • 2:04:02
Once Upon A Geek - Growing Up Geeky: A Teen Girl's Opinion
ONCE UPON A TEENAGE GIRL! Shag and his 16 year old daughter discuss growing up geeky in today's world! Curious what a teenage girl things about being a geek? Listen to this episode to find out! Have a question or comment? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/ouag06/ Looking for earlier episodes featuring Shag's daughter: FW Presents: Buffy the Vampire Slayer – A Teen Girl’s Review: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/fwp-buffy/ FW
Oct 16, 2022 • 39:43
Once Upon A Geek - Doctor Who Technical Manual (1983)
ONCE UPON A TIMELORD - THE DOCTOR WHO TECHNICAL MANUAL (1983)! Dr. Chris Lewis and The Irredeemable Shag use the 1983 publication, “The Doctor Who Technical Manual” to frame a discussion about growing up as Doctor Who fans! 0:09:04 - The Doctor Who Technical Manual 0:58:48 - Your Listener Feedback from Previous Episodes Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/ouag05/ Follo
Aug 14, 2022 • 1:42:12
Once Upon A Geek - V: The Series
ONCE UPON A VISITOR (part 3 of 3)! We conclude our coverage of the classic 1980s sci-fi phenomenon entitled, “V”! This episode features 10 different fans discussing: V: THE SERIES, the comic books, the manga, merchandise produced around the world, and why people loved "V"! Including a special interview with comics professional, Bob Greenberger, the DC Comics Editor on the “V” comic book! 0:09:31 - V: THE SERIES 1:15:32 - Bob Greenberger on V the Comic Book 1:32:16 - V the Comic Book F
Jul 17, 2022 • 4:06:17
Once Upon A Geek - V: The Final Battle
ONCE UPON A VISITOR (part 2 of 3)! We continue our coverage of the classic 1980s sci-fi phenomenon entitled, “V”! Across three episodes we'll cover every aspect of the franchise. This episode features 7 different fans discussing: V THE FINAL BATTLE, the spin-off novels published by Pinnacle and Tor, the toys that were produced around the world, and why people loved "V" so much! 0:06:33 - V: THE FINAL BATTLE 1:37:04 - V the Novels 2:28:49 - V the Toys Have a question or comment? Lookin
Jun 12, 2022 • 3:23:11
Once Upon A Geek - V: The Original Mini-Series
ONCE UPON A VISITOR (part 1 of 3)We begin our coverage of the classic 1980s sci-fi phenomenon entitled, “V”! Across three episodes we'll cover every aspect of the franchise. This episode features 10 different fans discussing: V THE ORIGINAL MINI-SERIES, composer Joe Harnell's music for "V" and the various soundtracks, the promotional efforts and hype, and why people loved "V" so much!Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website:
May 15, 2022 • 3:02:53
Once Upon A Geek - Growing Up Geeky in the 1970s and '80s
ONCE UPON THE 1970s AND 1980sThe premier episode of the ONCE UPON A GEEK PODCAST! It's an Irredeemable Family Reunion -- Shagg chats with his real-world sister & brother about growing up geeky in the 1970s & 1980s! #FindYourJoyHave a question or comment? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/ouag01/Follow Once Upon a Geek: Subscribe via Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/once-upon-a-geek/id1615296641 Subscribe via other po
Apr 3, 2022 • 1:09:57