An actor who happens to have super powers.  Or a superhero who happens to be an actor.  Either way, it’s Wonder Man, Marvel’s latest streaming series.  The Guys all recommend it, but be aware: this is not your typical superhero show.  People with powers? check.  Sidekicks with witty repartee? check.  Dastardly villains? It kinda depends on how you look at it.  But it also has celebrity cameos, family drama, and a genuine Knight Bachelor who steals the show. And it’s easily binge-able so go binge it before you listen, because spoilers abound.

Geeks of the Week get special recognition this week as one of The Guys is now an official Apple Developer (hint: it’s not Jay.)  Robbie throws a Hail Mary (but not under the bus), Art quotes one rogue director, and Jay takes over the obits department this week, honoring one of the most famous nerds in Holly-Nerd history.  This episode is a true wonder.  

He reviews the Rise of the Resistance. gives tasting notes on his Ronto Wrap and blue milk, recounts his granddaughter’s summons to The Way, and calculates the ratio between time spent in line vs time actually on a ride.  It’s not a hopeful number, but a good time was had by all, anyway.  

In this week’s Geeks, it’s trailer time: Spider-Noir and the full (we think) Supergirl.  It looks to be a fun spring and summer for superhero fans.  Unless you are the regrettable supervillains known as Death Battalion.  If that’s the case, beware of Mr. Scarlet and (cringe…) Pinky.  

Art joins Jay's travel planning service and suggests a Disney-Star Trek (you read that right: Trek, not Wars) mashup show somewhere in Seattle. Robbie asks Siri about her underlying software and, after a virtual slap, she confesses that she's now Googling it. Jay reveals the source of the face behind Yoda and discovers a makeup artist who might just have the highest Geek Index yet. But go away, you should not.

After a brief respite, Jay is back with a Regrettable Roundup of Supervillains you've probably never heard of and will likely soon forget: Bloor, Brickbat, and Colossus. Oh my. Watch out for sketchy want ads, flying gaseous bricks, and Plantaliens.

Whilst they  wait for the Mistborn movie to arrive, there is plenty more to watch that is already beloved.  Ted Lasso is coming back, For All Mankind returns, and some of us haven’t even watched Pluribus yet.  Apple TV seems the place to be for geeks, with or without the  Plus.  

In Geeks of the Week, Jay - who declared himself “Lord of the Guys” - tells of a classic coming to the BBC but isn’t sure how to watch it from the USA.  Robbie catches everyone up on the 2025 list of movies the Library of Congress thinks they should watch.  And Art shares news of the passing of comics artist Sal Buscema. Grab a piece of hot apple pie and listen.  

With the introduction of Lego’s new Smart Brick play system, it seemed a good time to bring in someone with a literal trunk full of Legos and who also happens to work with children, repeat guest Jacob, son of Jay.  The last episode he joined was all about board games…anyone see a pattern here?  With Art doing day job things in another studio or office or meeting room, Jacob joins Robbie and Jay to talk all things Lego: the new system, the company’s long history, and favorite sets of the past.  

Before Jacob dialed in, Robbie and Jay took a look at some new shows streaming and on the horizon, including the Knight of the 7 Kingdoms and it’s audacious premiere numbers, and an animated series re-animating the being formerly known as Darth Maul.  Watch your step with this episode, there are bricks everywhere.  

Thanks to Santa Coblentz, Robbie brought a box of Krispy Kreme donut-flavored Jelly Belly jelly beans to try.  And thanks to Jay’s obsession with all things Oreo, The Guys experience a throwback of sorts to Oreo’s Thanksgiving Dinner-Inspired flavor set.  At least one flavor they definitely wanted to throw back.  

But before they began their on-air culinary experience, they did lead off with some Geeks of the Week.  Guess who’s back?  Lara Croft, but this time in a series.  Stan Sebastian is also back - or he might be - but this time as a DC character.  And for those who want to go back to the Mos Eisley Cantina, Nashville may have your answer.  Listen hungry!

2025 closed with a sad note for movie lovers with the loss of Rob Reiner, and for early sci-fi TV fans with Gil Gerard’s last ride into the stars.  (On the bright side, Dick Van Dyke is 100 years old and having a Jolly Holiday.)  But before The Guys go into their Rob Reiner Retrospective, they lead off with a Geek of the Week or three.  Jay shares a Florida Man headline, but this time it’s Legos.  Art brings the obits, with commentary on the loss of Buck.  And Robbie is looking forward to his new computer as early as 1982.  

Rob Reiner’s passing was certainly a tragedy, but The Guys celebrate his career as actor, director and producer with a chat about their favorite Reiner films (there is definite overlap). As it turns out, they CAN handle the truth. No meat-heads in this bunch.  That would be inconceivable.  

Hopeful news starts our Geeks of the Week: Evangeline Lilly announces plans for improvement following a fall that left her with brain damage. Billy Joel appeared with a tribute band in Florida after his brain disorder caused him to cancel shows. Wishing both continued healing.

Jay celebrates college football bowl season with a special turkey leg, all the Guys are scouring their Star Wars poster collection to see if they have anything worth 3.8 million, and the original original (maybe) Star Wars movie is coming back to the big screen.  

And if that weren’t enough excitement, The Guys share their favorite podcasts (aside from this one), books, movies and TV/streaming series from 2025.  It’s time to buckle up and binge watch, listen and read.  

Will he pass and enjoy a lunch from Robbie and an extension of his co-host contract?  Or is his future in jeopardy?  (Can a guy of a certain age even be expected to remember things?) Take the quiz yourself along the way to see how you rate as a long time listener (or a future listener!)  

Meanwhile, Jay and Robbie lead off with Geeks of the Week, including a new (and stranger) thing premiere/finale that Netflix is doing, an interesting update to Mad Men streaming, and a rumor about a Marvel actress making the leap to DC.  You heard it here next!

This week Robbie and Art give an update on what shows (or "content" as the cool kids call it) are currently taking up their time. Some of the offerings include a historical drama, a sci-fi offering and a spy family sequel, and a series on cabin life on YouTube. We also mention a favorite way to "Ring" in the holidays with a  couple of favorite movie franchises.

Robbie and Jay tackle the tough issue of timing: can you listen to Jingle Bells prior to Thanksgiving?  Or will Grandma get run over by a reindeer if you get ahead of the game?  Then, once it is allowable to listen, what style is preferred?  Jay promotes his subscription music service and Robbie runs through the seemingly endless list of Christmas music channels on SiriusXM.  

Art was out enjoying a potluck (did he get the better end of the deal?), but the remaining Guys had Geeks of the Week, of course.  Jay is grateful he got his personalized Funko Pop figure before the company goes out of business, and will probably have to rely on eBay to complete his collections.  R

obbie takes listeners through the trials and troubles of the Walking Dead lawsuits (can zombies sue?), and shares news of yet another potential streaming service takeover that could shake up the whole game.  Listen and sing along: this one is Holly Jolly.  

With the completion a few months back of the sometimes mostly weekly-ish segment highlighting the characters in the Jon Morris book, The League of Regrettable Superheroes, listeners were left to wonder, “What will happen next?  Will Jay ever get to speak again?”  Well, wonder no more.  Robbie discovered that Mr. Morris was something of a prolific super-profiler with multiple books of similar ilk.  And he bought them all.  

Enough regrettable supervillains, sidekicks, and heroes to keep the JRSU alive and well until at least the 2030’s.  And for three Guys from the 1900’s, being that busy for that long will be a true accomplishment.  

Listen as they kick off the Legion of Regrettable Supervillains with a bit of history and a three-villain profile.  Four if you count the mute mummified ape…and we’re not talking about Jay.  

Thanksgiving is coming, so there is talk of turkey and fun things to do with dressing on the day after.  There are multiple Geeks of the Week from all the Guys, including the most amazing (or terrible) Oreos ever to be invented and on the way to Jay’s house, a multitude of non-human and particularly Trekkie obituaries of a sort from Art, and advice from Robbie about even more shows he’s somehow watching despite having at least half a dozen jobs.  

After the break, they revisit the polite discussions YouTubeTV is having with Disney that are keeping The Guys from watching SEC football on what was their live TV streamer of choice.  Even that sentence had a lot of words.  

Thanksgiving approaches, which means turkeys will be smoked, fried, roasted, and otherwise prepared for feasting, and much of that can (and should) be done outdoors on grills, eggs, etc.  Or perhaps a duck?  Maybe pheasants?  And even in Mississippi, it will eventually get cold outside.  How does that affect smokers working low and slow?  Wes has ideas, answers, tips, and more for the holiday outdoor cooking enthusiast.  

In this week’s Geeks, Robbie takes Art’s usual role in sharing a notable obituary for Barbara Gips, while Jay takes the listeners on a tour (in past tense, unfortunately) of the latest iteration in snack food-based nightclubs.  As it turns out, in space, no one can hear you crunch Cheez-Its.  

One of Robbie’s entrepreneurial adventures won a major award this fall for the seasonal coffee drink everyone loves to have an opinion on: the Pumpkin Spice Latte.  That excitement led to a discussion about all things coffee.  Methods vary, milk types vary, ratios vary, and coffee shops vary, but both the Guys agree: they want to taste the coffee.  

In this week’s Geeks, Jay announces a title change for an actor with lots of geek cred, and Robbie tells of the upcoming anniversary of a Marvel-DC clash of the universes between an alien and an arachnid.  Grab a PSL and listen up.  

Jay and Robbie’s formative years were spent listening to Steve Taylor’s music.  Then Robbie grew up, became a video media guru, crossed paths with Steve in the film world, and that’s the focus of this episode’s interview.  From avant-garde film school, to Donald Miller, and on to Sketch (recently in theaters), Steve’s film career as a director, producer, and early adapter of Kickstarter funding is quite the adventure.  

This week’s Geeks takes an interesting turn…Robbie forgets to bring one!  But Art and Jay save the day, with news of Marvel exiting the Peach State and a rumor about the new (in many ways) James Bond.  Pop some popcorn and head to the movies with Steve Taylor!

In this episode, part 1 of 2, Robbie interviews Steve, covering his music career as a singer and producer, with stories of the early days of contemporary Christian music.  Steve talks about the beginnings of his career as a director, first in music videos then onto features as he grew as a filmmaker.  Wax museums, big tops and Violent Blue caves are all name checked.

But before Steve tells his tales, The Guys tell a few of their own.  Art’s Geek of the Week is the long-awaited arrival of the first Mando Grogu movie trailer, or is it The Muppets Invade the Outer Rim? Speaking of Star Wars, Jay finds yet another place to vacation with blasters within reach, and this time it’s close enough to drive.  Robbie has sad news, but not a celebrity obit: Spiderverse 3 is again delayed.  But the good news is, Steve Taylor is here!  

Did it live up to the previous seasons?  Will they keep watching when Season Four comes along?  Should Anson Mount’s hair get a separate credit? These questions and more may or may not be answered.  

In Geeks of the Week, Jay reflects on some Emmy nominations as he looks at some new food and drink shows hitting the stream-waves this fall.  Art is lost in space, but pops in via the magic of the Rodecaster Pro to give his thoughts as the resident Trekkie and to celebrate the anniversary of another classic show.  Robbie does a compare and contrast of a sort with Daredevil Season 3 and The Muppet Show Season 47.  Or something like that.  

Lots of interesting Emmy’s for the geek world are discussed as well as the loss of Hydra’s leader.  Listen where no man has listened before.  

Well, Jay has had an epiphany of sorts, and he’s ready to share.  Instead of getting more stuff, he’s focusing on doing more stuff - Guys of a Certain Age don’t have all day, you know.  With Robbie out on the road having his own experiences (called “work”), Art and Jay hit the studio to talk concerts, bucket lists, trips, productivity and marriage.  (This episode truly has it all.)

Jay’s Geek of the Week even follows the pattern, with a Hardy Boy experience he probably won’t be able to attend.  What he Khan do, though, is listen to the new audio Star Trek series that Art told him - and the world - about. 

This episode evolved out of both hunger and a listener request.  The Guys are based in an SEC college football town, and it’s the beginning of the season.  Fans gotta’ eat, but where?  What if all the well-known and loved places in town have long waits?  Or what if there are terrific places to grab a bite that might not even show up on Yelp?  That’s what The Guys are here for.  Art was out of the studio (eating?) but still sent in his favorites.  Local places are covered, with plenty of emphasis on gas stations and grocery stores, plus spots in surrounding counties that are easily accessible on the way in or out of town.  

If you’re hungry for another Superman movie, it’s coming … tomorrow, but in 2027.  If you want to buy Darth Vader’s light saber, you’re too late.  And if you want to eat dinner at The Shed at Dulwich, you’d better have a backup plan.  See you off the beaten path.

Robbie understood the assignment (since he made the assignment) with Stick and The Sandman season two.  Art understood the assignment, mentioning the new season of Wednesday, with honorable mention for the reboot of King of the Hill. Jay did not understand the assignment, but still recommends The Office for a lot of good reasons.  

Perhaps he will be redeemed with his Geek of the Week audiobook recommendation, Dave Grohl’s The Storyteller.  Art talks James Gunn’s willingness to shake up the cast list in the DCU, and Robbie breaks the news of a telling hint drop that could get interesting for fans of Princess Leia.  Movies, TV, Books and plenty of random conversation: this podcast has everything!

Those sorts of things happen when a body consumes all the flavors of Bartles and Jaymes wine coolers at once, or puts away a six pack of Zimas.  Or in this case, when The Guys start conversing.  Bartles and Jaymes coolers don’t seem to be available in their zip code, and even Japan quit selling Zima a few years ago.  But somehow, the hosts jumped on the nostalgia bus for drinks (or the advertisements for such) that they were likely too young to consume when they could actually be found at the county line.  

Geeks of the Week include yet another upcoming movie updating an 80’s TV show, a Happy Tarzan Day greeting to aaaa-ahahah-aaa-lll who celebrate, and a podcast record set by none other than the future Mrs. Travis Kelce.  Jay closes out the League of Regrettable Superheroes segment, but not to worry - the Legion of Regrettable Supervillains is coming!  We thank you for your support.  

Perhaps one day all three Guys will have a reunion and be able to record together 2 weeks in a row.  They can dream!  And apparently, reunion people can also eat.  Hanging out with family you haven’t seen in a while is the ultimate goal of a reunion, but a close second is sharing a dish or twenty around a very large table, and everybody does it a little differently.  Speaking of differently, the old standby roadside restaurant Cracker Barrel is shaking things up a bit, too.  New logo, new decor, new vibes are coming - will it work?  The Guys offer their take, while on the site where a local Cracker Barrell almost wasn’t.  

Robbie has double Geeks of the Week but within the same genre.  Wanna’ take a guess at “Who” he’s talking about?  Jay notes a retcon in the new Peacemaker season that is fascinating, but will only be seen (by him, at least) in the Instagram reel where he discovered it.  (Sorry, Mr. Cena.) Grab a piece of rhubarb pie, call the family, and listen to this episode before they start a water fight.

Jay heard about a Hamilton cast member who’s been there from day one, and hopes the same will happen to him in this podcast.  Robbie geeks out over a potential Star Wars-Dr. Who crossover (well, sort of - with a cast member, at least.)  And Art - in his own special segment, soon to be known as the Optimist with the Obituaries (they’re still workshopping the title)- shares sad news about one of WKRP’s finest.  

In Jay’s Regrettable Segment, ROM the Spaceknight gets special coverage: Robbie has been waiting for this one to get to Earth-1012.  Then they get to the final Stretch, a discussion of the MCU’s latest gift to the theater: Fantastic Four, First Steps.  This may be the best FF ever, less Torched by the critics than any of the variants thus far, and The Guys agree.  Good casting overall, balanced story with perhaps some nuances not seen very often in superhero flicks (spoiler: there’s a baby), terrific sets, fascinating time setting, useful mid-credit scene, and fun music.  

The MCU may not be Invisible much longer.  

The Guys had high expectations and some were met.  Others, maybe not so much.  But they agree that major steps  - especially in the casting - were made in the right direction for DC as the universe gets a reboot. As Art so eloquently put it, hopefulness has been restored to the franchise.  

Art is also hoping for a John Carter figure for Christmas (listeners can pre-order now), Jay wants a night light that might also scare away intruders (and/or unsuspecting family members), and Robbie may or may not want a new late night talk show, as one of the biggies has been cancelled.  It’s a super episode - or at least The Guys hope so.  

Let’s move on to the Regrettables and quit while we’re behind.  This week Robbie is lost somewhere in Indiana, leaving Art and Jay to their own devices.  Having none, they go back to the well they like to call, “Jay’s Regrettable Segment on Steroids.”  Or in another brilliant alliteration, “Regrettable Round-Up.” The League of Regrettable Superheroes book will shortly come to a close, and this episode will help The Guys skate/truck/thunder/or…legislate (?) towards a bittersweet end.  With two voted redeemable and two most definitely regrettable, prepare to be introduced for perhaps the first and last time to Prez, Skateman, U.S. 1, and Thunder Bunny.  You can’t make this stuff up.  Yet somebody did.  

In Geeks of the Week, Jay wonders when his podcast salary will reach Superman status, and Art reports that an upcoming series about Green may be a bit Blue.  Don’t miss this colorful episode; pink ears, white booty shorts, and well, that’s enough.   

Only six more Regrettable Superheroes left in the book before Jay will have to create another segment, only a few more degrees before Mississippi weather hits 100 (that’s temperature AND humidity), and a challenge to see who’s seen the most auto racing movies.  Today’s redeemable regrettable is Phoenix the Protector, whose finish came not from the alien super-race determined to end humanity, but from the collapse of Atlas Comics.  

Geeks of the Week were short and sweet: Spiderman returns (again), Denis is not done with Dune, and Sandman Part the Second gets an eye-opening review via Robbie.  

Then it’s off to the races.  Jay and Robbie went to see F1 in the theater, and both left ready to take turn four at speeds never before reached in a Tundra.  Look for The Guys faces on your favorite Formula 1 car next season.  That led to a discussion of auto racing movies, a much larger genre than anticipated, leaving Jay with another list of movies to watch when he retires.  

Buckle up, this one goes by fast.  

In fact, it may be a first: not only are all three Guys in the studio this week, they even brought in a fourth: Jonah Holland, certified by GOCA as an expert in all things The Last of Us. The Guest even brought a Geek of the Week, so he got paid double and extra bonus points because his Geek related to the topic.

As for the rest of Them, Robbie brought news of yet another shift in the streaming scene, Jay revealed some not-so-secret Superman cameos, and Art boldly pronounced the name of the newest Bond movie director.  After the break, Jonah gave The Guys a primer on The Last of Us, with a little game history, a few highlights of the streaming series, and an opinion or two on how the two media matched up. Even the GOCA-phites got into the action, as Mrs. Reed and Mrs. Holland (via their sons) shared their thoughts on the highlight of the series, and who would also like you to “vote for Pedro.”

If Jay binged Season 2 in about 15 hours, it must be pretty good, right?  That’s what all the listeners who binge-listen to this podcast say, too…right? If nothing else, listen to Jonah - he knows what he’s talking about.  

Movies are the theme in the second half, as they earn the most points in the GOCA Geek Index. Jay discovers that icons of comic book superhero movies may actually have lower Geek Indexes than one might expect.  Christopher Reeve is Superman to most of the GOCA generation, but his score is lower than a dude from the Bad News Bears, rivaled by a child Disney star, and just about doubled by a leading man with way better hair than Jay (maybe it's the hairspray.)..

Get out your pen, paper, and Texas Instruments calculator to keep score.  

Andor finally came back.  Andor kicked Empire bottoms.  The World is abundantly satisfied, especially now that The Guys are finally together in trio form to share their thoughts, and/or their feelings, about this series.  And it hit all the right colorful buttons on the control panel of the ship: great actors and acting, plot surprises, clear connections to the SWU, and a show that stands firmly on its own.  Hopefully Guys of a Certain Age Season 2 will rate the same.

 Art has obituary duty this week as everyday people in the music world remind themselves, don’t worry baby.  Jay shares the biggest rumor-that’s-hopefully-not-a-rumor regarding the next Black Panther film.  And Robbie has a plethora of geek news ranging from Dr Who (of course) to more of Les Grossman.  Listen as the guys prepare to go rogue one!

Jay grills Mark with questions about favorite back porch cooking methods, including one that began with disaster and ended with some prime TV footage.  They talk unusual foods cooked outside, veggies and fruits that work well on the grill, and the controversial idea of liquid smoke.  This episode may send you straight to the grocery and grill store.  

But first, there’s popcorn.  Yes, Jay introduces a new segment called “Limited Edition Movie Popcorn Buckets+.”  If you like the popcorn (and the buckets) but want to enjoy them from the comfort of your own home (because you have something on the smoker you don’t want to leave), this Geek of the Week is for you.  And perhaps, while grilling, you might want to listen to the new dance track just released from the hottest wedding in Andor’s galaxy.  Food, music, and entertainment - this episode has it all.  Or at least suggests where to find it.  

This episode begins, as usual, with exciting news from the world of geekdom.  You heard it here second. Superman is ever closer with a tremendous trailer released, with some subtle changes and fodder for a product tie-in you might not have expected.  MAX seems to be channeling Prince and his identity crisis.  One iconic hero may get an extended cut, while another planned trilogy seems destined for a duology. There’s a lot going on this week.  

And not long ago, Daredevil: Born Again, Season 1 completed its run, and that’s what The Guys hash out today.  Reviews are mixed among the gentlemen co-hosts, but no thumbs were down.  Even with a bit of “it was fine” in the air, there’s still hope for Season 2, "Born Again Anew.” Please listen to this episode, then again.  

Ditto with the Geeks of the Week: Robbie expands the Andor universe for all, Jay takes an imaginary joy ride through the forests of Endor, and Art contemplates the director of the next Thor movie, “Love and Thunderbolts*"  Then it’s time to go to the movie.  It’s time to grab the popcorn and the super serum and watch The New Avengers Formerly Known As Thunderbolts*.  The Guys agreed that Marvel is getting its groove back.  Strong characters (though largely unknown and apparently not actual comic Thunderbolts), meaningful plot dealing with actual current issues, plenty of action, a little darkness, and just enough humor.  Listen for all the details and spoilers and name changes (and it’s not just the new pope.)

In this segment of segments, The Silver Age closes out with Spyman, then the heroes enter the Bronze and/or Modern Age, depending on how you define it, with Adam-X the X-treme, Holo-Man, and The Outsiders (probably not the ones you’re thinking about.)  And like the Super Bowl, even if the heroes are regrettable, this one’s worth listening to just for the ads.  

That’s right, Robbie himself went to see the broadway musical Hamilton with Jay, Robbie, and all the GOCA wives, with very little arm-twisting.  And Art sings a couple of lines with royal gusto (on the episode, not in the theater.)  Did it live up to the hype?  Was live better than Memorex? All these questions and more will be answered.  

DC characters get a little love (or they will in 2026) in Geeks of the Week, but most of the action takes place in the Star Wars universe, or in Yaban, depending on how you say it.  One might say it’s a Star Wars celebration.  Perhaps Lin-Manuel will write a song about it!

Jessica Horton and Madeline Golden (not to mention the Silver Eagle Band) put on a stellar performance, and also allowed these two Guys to dance their way into regional stardom.  On this episode, they talk about their experience, with a little country music trivia thrown in just for fun.  And there were Geeks of the Week a’plenty.  

Lots of trailers for big movies dropped this week, a well-done insurance commercial makes the cut, and there is news of fictional fantastic new life juxtaposed with the actual passing of some big stars with geek cred.  If you’re walkin’ after midnight under the blue moon of Kentucky, and need a podcast to keep you from falling to pieces, this is the one.  

Jay and Robbie carried on, though, to talk about vinyl, turntables, and other forms of musical recordings that have whispers of comebacks.  Robbie helps Jay figure out how to get his newly refurbished turntable to a state of listenability, they discuss their current (and growing) collections, and talk about an app that keeps Robbie from buying 3 copies of the same LP.  With Art gone, Geeks of the Week had to be bolstered a bit, but has that ever been a problem?  

Here’s the more-eclectic-than-usual lineup: new Oscar stunts, Pattinson’s geek potential, Game of Clones, pizza with Yoda and friends, and an anniversary.  A little something for everyone.  You’re welcome!  (And thanks for listening.)

Jay kicks things off in Geeks of the Week with some of the new crazy food items available at MLB ballparks this summer, inspired by a story of his own childhood that took place only steps from the GOCA studio.  Robbie has news from the world of Dollar Twenty-Five Tree and delivers a tidbit from FedEx.  And of course, there is news from The Tardis, aka the Dr. Who delivery service.  In the second half, Robbie tells the tale of a robot who served him cookies and milk in Vegas, and we’re not talking about his son, Mark the Chef.  That leads to a thoughtful discussion on robotics in the world of food, and where it might lead, from cake decorating to perfectly designed salads.  There’s even one for the home.  

But not to worry, there are no podcasting robots here.  That’s their story, and they are sticking to the story they were programmed to tell.  

But as long as they keep pumping out the content, The Guys will keep watching, and today the focus was on Severance, Season 2.  The finale..finally…and Jay watched it almost as soon as it was dropped.  That’s news right there, right?  Spoilers abound in the episode, but not in these lines.  Suffice it to say that Jay and Robbie have high praise for it, and it’s not just because of the soundtrack - but that certainly played a role.  And a drum. And a trombone.  And…well, we’ll stop here before that “no spoiler” promise is spoiled.  Look for fascinating transitions in the characters’ lives, a significant color scheme variant, and an ending that may or may not surprise you.  

If you’re severed, you won’t remember it tomorrow, anyway.  

Robbie and Art take a look at the Hulu (by way of ABC and Fox) limited series that's gone from an underground hit to a world-shaking sensation! Listen as the Guys dig deep and share their thoughts.

But who knows, maybe a surprise winner will emerge, just as in every single other awards show that some people still watch.  Art watched a few clips of the SAG-AFTRA awards and Jay watched a bit of those and and bit of the Grammys.  Robbie said, “I have absolutely nothing to say about the Grammys.”  So he didn’t participate.  

But Art and Jay still found lots to talk about, be it awards shows in general, how Beyonce’ became a country music icon, and the antics of Harrison Ford and his cracker.  Important Geeks of the Week in this episode as well, with a Lucasfilm leadership change and big news from Hogwarts. Unlike the awards shows they discuss, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.  

In this episode, Jay, Robbie and Bonnie - wait, what?  Sorry - those are the three that went to see Captain America, Brave New World, together, but Bonnie opted out of the podcast recording.  Art opted out of both, saying something like “The Wheel is gonna’ be really good tonight.”  Jay and Robbie give their take on the latest offering from the MCU, which Jay now knows is something of a sequel to Edward Norton’s Hulk movie.  How did Sam handle the mantle of Captain America?  Was Harrison Ford believable as Thunderbolt Ross?  How will this film be remembered in the MCU?  Listen and find out what

The Guys truly thought about this long-awaited opening of the MCU year.  And there are questions to be answered in the Geek of the Week segment: what will happen to 007 now that Amazon Prime is in control?  Will he now be known as James Bezos?  And what about Dr. Who?  Is the new Dr. out, and if so - is there even a replacement in the Tardis?  Dr. Sterns is calculating all the answers.  

Stefan gives us the low down on his most recent event, Super Bowl LIX. Stefan worked on the in-venue production, the show within the show. So for our listeners who attended the game, Stefan was behind what you saw on the jumb– big LED screens in the Super Dome. It's so interesting, Art didn't even think to make a Star Trek reference about Stefan's last name!

Yes, he was duped.  But it was a high quality dupe.  And the excitement level is so high, they're considering changing the podcast name to the Terrific Three.  Keep listening for more news on that. (They're still waiting for their powers.)  

Meanwhile, Jay embraces the fact that multiverses and timelines are not going away.  Three stretchable, invisible, flaming, rocky thumbs up for this trailer with high hopes for the film to come.  This podcast brought to you in GOCA-VISION.  (Or it would be if you could see it.)

Jay’s Regrettable Segment features another trio aka Two Guys, A Girl, and a Protest Song.  

Art remembers a friend who fed his comic tendencies in the kindest ways possible, Jay has a hard time choosing which Captain America popcorn bucket is his favorite, and Robbie really needs a sponsor: the BBC is selling off props from his favorite show, and they don’t ship by Tardis.  Listen hungry, my friend.  

Unfortunately, the answer is D: none of the above.  Instead, they live vicariously through the latest Star Wars series from Disney+: Skeleton Crew.  And they answer critical questions like, Is Mr. Law a Jude-i? Did they hear that one pirate say, “Did I do that??”  And what is the real treasure, besides the opportunity to listen to this podcast early and often?  Be sure to catch Jay’s Regrettable Segment for perhaps the first Regrettable to be truly redeemed.  

This week’s Geeks range from Oscar noms (Dune wins!) to Supergirl, from the new Storm to the best place in Brazil to get a haircut and pick up an Iron Man helmet at the same time.  Don’t hit the self-destruct button!  Just hit play.  

It’s the Yacht Rock episode, where Robbie and Jay sing their favorite hits of the era (not really - remember, Art’s not there) and talk the Dockumentary on all the music and what happened behind the scenes to create what is now an iconic musical genre.  From the bargain bins at your favorite vinyl store to it’s own SiriusXM channel, Yacht Rock is the new black.

 And it wouldn’t be a true GOCA episode without a Geeks of the Week segment with an international twist and Marvel movie news.  Even with Art MIA, obits are on the agenda, from the Peaks to the Oscars.  Listen and you’ll be takin’ it to the streets.  

Luckily, Jay and Art were only needed for Geeks of the Week, with rumors of Wolverine perhaps set to fight yet another superhero we thought was on the same side (it ain’t easy being green), and Ryan Reynolds popping back into the 2018 news cycle with a song about the future (tomorrow is the future, right?)  

Robbie is all about mergers, one most likely as cancelled as the Batgirl movie, another in the rumor mill from the empire growing so fast it may one day merge with the United Nations.  

After the break, Robbie sits down with a couple of guys of a certain younger age (Mark Coblentz and avid listener Cody Perkins)  - and they talk about all kinds of random Guy stuff.  Mishaps with certain girlfriend's names may have happened amidst the talk of what makes country music country music.

Listen and get the perspective of one guy-of-a-certain-younger-age who listens to the podcast regularly, and another who listens when required by his father.  

From legit light sabers to graphic novels, fine glassware to cross-country trips, concert tickets to Doritos socks - all the geek gamuts are covered.  Apparently Santa understands who he’s dealing with.  

And in Geeks of the Week, there’s a little going and lot of coming back.  RDJ isn’t the only one coming back to Marvel - we could see Chris Evans loop back in.  And in the DC world, it looks like Jason Momoa will get his Lobo wish at long last.

 For those who just want to ride around the desert in a Star Wars-esque Sand Cruiser, Jay found the perfect resort: costumes included (for a fee, of course.)  In Jay’s Regrettable Segment, the Nemesis may just make the non-regrettable cut.  Listen for ideas for your next Christmas or birthday!

But all that time is worth it because of this episode, the more-or-less-annual recap of The Guys’ favorite shows and movies of 2024.  The Rules are loose: for Jay, it’s just a matter of what he managed to finish in 2024.  Art and Robbie are a bit more current.  (Yet somehow they have time to re-watch things…it’s a mystery.) Get your 2025 New Year’s Resolutions notebooks out as you listen to this one, because there are bound to be shows you’re going to want to watch - maybe some you’ve forgotten about, maybe some you’ve never heard of.  

But before they get to all that, there is a fascinating discussion of “Super pants: yay nor nay?”,  a unicorn movie to look forward to in 2025, and hints of a third Black Panther.  You may have missed some TV this year, but you don’t want to miss this podcast.  

It took a pre-recording dinner and let’s be honest - a surprise unveiling of a portable studio at the podcast Christmas party - but that seemed to be the magic combination to get Jay’s wife, Melissa, and Art’s wife, Becky, on the air.  Secrets are revealed.  Declarations are made.  And somehow, Robbie’s wife, Bonnie, managed to stay out of the fray…for now.  

The Geek of the Week segment is singularly focused on the drop of the trailer (or is it teaser trailer?  Or teaser teaser?) for James Gunn’s Superman movie.  Either way, this geek of the week is singlewide.  Tears were shed on this episode - listen to find out if they appeared because of the reappearance of Superman or the first appearance of The Wives.  

Art quizzes Jay and Robbie about continually running comics and they guessed 75% of them correctly, leaving 25 % as jughead status.  And speaking of comics, Dollar Tree (also known as $1.25 Tree) made a big announcement on a similar subject.  Jay went to Europe, Los Angeles, and outer space as he went down the Doritos rabbit hole.  Robbie reveals a potential Kraven konspiracy, and gives the secret code combination necessary to watch an extended version of a classic Christmas movie.  A movie which is NOT the one Jay imagined he watched last year.  

In real life and in this universe (they think) Jay’s Regrettable Segment features a two-issue physical fitness advocate whose powers seemed to develop from just thinking about it real hard.  Then they move to Christmas. Robbie has questions, Jay and Art answer them. But just like Christmas morning, the fun comes in unwrapping - or in this case, listening to the rest of the podcast.  Merry Christmas and to all a Geek Night!

Meanwhile, in other worlds, another prequel is coming for the Game of Thrones universe, Joe Burrow is rumored to have purchased the Tumbler that was supposed to go to Jay for Christmas, and Jay does a deep dive into a voice actor every fan of classic Christmas shows will recognize.  

Hold onto your ear pods: this episode … wait for it… defies gravity.  

\Not a fan of the Batman?  That’s okay, as long as you like the Sopranos and appreciate a good makeup artist.  Art hadn’t seen the show yet, so Jay and Robbie walk through (and under) the streets of this new tale of Gotham.  

But Art does show up for Geeks, with a potential concern about the naming of a certain actor to play Sgt. Rock, a new DC movie in the works.  Jay gets exposed for trying to bring back one of Robbie’s old Bat-Geeks (or is he just reminding them of their promise of the best Christmas present of all time?).  Robbie shares a Star Trek short video that brings back a lot of memories thanks to AI, CGI, and a lot of other acronyms (link below).  And the object of Jay’s Regrettable Segment might have been less regrettable if he could have just picked a name.  

Star Trek/765874 - Unification (4K)

Then things get…regrettable.  Due to time constraints on previous episodes, and honestly - probably more interesting content - Jay didn't always get to bring his regrettable superhero segment to life.  But in lieu of the aforementioned more interesting content, it’s catch-up time.  Lucky listeners will get to hear about Fatman the Human Flying Saucer (finally, a hero Jay can identify with), Gunmaster and Bullet The Gun Boy, and the puzzling and excessively stretchy Jigsaw.  If you think the names are odd, just wait till you hear the stories.  

Regrettable?  Redeemable?  The Guys give their verdicts.  

Listen as The Guys rack up his score, avoid quoting him, and debate about what movies are truly considered “genre movies.”  And for the 167 hours left in the week after listening to this podcast, Jay brings attention to (but is not quite ready to recommend) what may or may not be considered a genre podcast with some big names attached.  

In that same spirit, Robbie tells of a new trilogy in a major franchise, then in a wild twist of genre, gets excited about a Dock-umentary soon to come out.  While we listen and watch, Art will be preparing beverages for the pod, from a pod.  It’s all very exciting.  

He couldn't believe what he'd missed all these years, and didn't even need a fish in his ear to understand the British accent.  With all that new knowledge of interstellar travel, Art is bound to be back for the next episode. 

Meanwhile, Jay discovered (thanks, Instagram) that Ryan Reynolds likes to work with a lot of the same people, and Robbie brings news of all the shows Disney+ announced for the coming year.  Jay also brought a report of what happened when he wore his extremely limited edition Guys of a Certain Age t-shirt to the North Carolina State Fair.  No free corn dogs, but a good time was had by all.  Just like this podcast.  

But as a whole, The Guys agree that it’s fun, it shows the classic talents of George and Brad, and also shows promise to a newish actor known primarily as “the kid”.  

And this week, for the first time, the Geek of the Week segment has an international correspondent reporting in, which means…they have a listener!  Jay might just take a hypersonic flight to Australia so he can also report from afar.  Social media critics pan Superman’s dog in Gunn’s DCU, and a Star Wars museum of galactic proportions is in the works.  Jay’s Regrettable Segment tells of another Fab Four that are neither fantastic nor musical.  

Be sure to listen to the Fab Three on this episode of the best buddy podcast of all!

 In fact, the bar began pretty low: they didn’t expect to have watched many of the shows that won awards, thus the extreme lack of hurry in getting this episode onto the interwebs.  But as it turned out, they were a little bit wrong (also like many things discussed on this podcast…), because The Bear won just about every category it was nominated in, including some of the categories that only Robbie understands.  And they watched that one.  

Meanwhile, as Art was out of range this week, Jay picked up the slack and followed up on his pretzel-fume reporting from a few episodes back, and wish-listed a trip to Australia for a Venom collab with Pizza Hut.  Robbie shone his green lantern on some casting announcements for the DCU, or whatever we’re calling it this week.  And an old character rises from the grave, more or less, to appear in Jay’s Regrettable segment - looks like a bat, acts like a bat, but it’s not who you think.  

This episode is no exception: Donna Cutting hasn’t won either of those awards, but she at least has attended the ceremonies, which is a lot closer than any of The Guys have been.  Donna has also been an extra in a major motion picture, and in a scene that wasn’t cut, to boot!  She’s an author, a speaker, a seat-filler, and may just be the one person that can convince Robbie of the value of musical theater.  

It’s time to pull your McLego race car to the curb for a moment, pour a cuppa Earl Grey as if you were captain Picard, and light up one of many green lanterns, to set the mood for this soon-to-be Tony award nominated podcast episode.  Roll out the red carpet and experience one of The Guys’ favorite new guests.  

And that’s the subject of today’s episode: the Toy Hall of Fame inductees at the Strong Museum in Rochester, NY.  The nominees and past inductees run the gamut, from sticks and cardboard boxes to Dungeons & Dragons, and everything in between.  The only surprises may be the toys that haven’t yet made the cut.  In the Geeks of the Week segment, DC features strongly in this one, with the debut of the Christopher Reeves documentary and Batman’s newest accolade on the eve of yet another National Batman Day.  

This episode was not recorded on an iPhone, but Robbie tells of a movie coming to theaters that was filmed with one.  Or maybe more than one.  Pretend to pop a bowl of popcorn with the 2023 hall of fame inductee, the Fisher Price rolling corn popper - or have your kid roll it around while you listen under a 2011 winner, the blanket.    

 Alas, the voice of Darth Vader and one of the most memorable actors of our day has passed, and the first half of the episode is dedicated to remembering the life and career of Mississippi native James Earl Jones.  

No geeks.  No regrettables.  Just one of the coolest voices on the planet being discussed by three less cool, but highly respectful, voices.  And one of the highest GOCA Geek Index scores yet.  

After the break, the mood changes a bit to a celebration of 85 years of Marvel.  Art, Jay and Robbie give their top moments of those 85 years, from the comics pages to the big screen, with a few plot twists thrown in to make it interesting.  Listen to this one as if JEJ was speaking it…and marvel.  

In this episode, Jay quizzes Art and Robbie to test their knowledge on famous last lines of movies, stretching back to near 100 years of movie making.  Then they turned the discussion to what was important about movie closings compared to book openings, whether or not end-credit scenes upset the balance, and why Art knew all the answers.  

In this week’s Geeks, Jay found the perfect cologne for the food court crowd, Art says “see you later, T.Wai-tator,” and Robbie orders a new set of Blu-Rays to watch on his way to Universal Studios Hollywood.  Listen to this one and remember: it’s the stuff dreams are made of.  

Who would have thought they would go from a meat-and-three lunch to a meat-and-three-hundred conversations about … well, almost everything?  Who knew that a “certain age” would be 300? And who guessed that the people at Comic Code (aka Mrs. Reed) would let them keep rambling for that long?  Probably nobody.  

But with episode 301 already in the proverbial can, there’s a good chance they’ll keep going at least a week or two.  Very little chance, however, that Jay will start going by another name, like Michael Keaton is doing.  Nor will Art be a guest on the ManningCast (but negotiations are underway for a host swap).  

And Robbie won’t likely be considered for the role of Green Lantern, but let’s get that rumor started anyway, shall we?  Listeners to this episode will get a chance to vote regrettable or redeemable for a record 4 comic superheroes of the gold and silver ages.  Plus, you can decide which of The Guys is most likely to play the role of Brain Boy, Zippo, Brother Power the Geek, or Bee-Man.  Be sure to vote “redeemable” for the podcast, and stick around for 100 more episodes!

The Guys look at a legion of movies that, to some degree or another, are remakes of movies made anywhere from 10 to many years before, and some were remade multiple times.  Some got a definite nod (hello, Dune) while others perhaps should have left very well enough alone and waxed off.  That makes this The Guys’ incomplete guide to movies that should or should not have been tried and tried again.  

In this week’s Geeks, Robbie gets into presidential mode with a new book on the way, Jay rethinks clicking that he’s read and agrees to all those terms and conditions, and Art heads for the borderlands.  Leave a five star review, or face the possibility that this episode could be remade.  

Also the podcast that’s made approximately $27.50 in advertising over almost 300 episodes - they have a ways to catch up to Deadpool and Wolverine, which is shattering box office records one after the other.  And that doesn’t even include the 116 F-bombs and the special edition chimichanga at Disneyland.  It had all the surprise cameos, all the easter eggs, all the cultural references, all the Reynolds/Lively family, all the Deadpools and all the Wolverines from all the universes (or is it universi?), and did we mention, all the F-bombs?  The Guys agreed it was quite the spectacle, but still hit all the buttons of great superhero action, plot twists, tear potential, comic fan service, and fourth wall interaction.  

Mrs. Reed is unlikely to see it in theaters or anywhere else, but The Guys are ready to see it again.  Spoilers abound, so beware!  

Twisters, the movie, is the surprise hit of the summer, and also of note: The Guys all saw it in the theater, with their wives, and within a few days of being in the theater for another film.  But this one didn’t star Ryan Reynolds.  In fact, perhaps the biggest name in this tornado-flick-sans-sharks was an amazing singer who didn’t get to sing.  The plot line was pleasantly predictable, but hey - so is this podcast.  The Guys recommend this one 100% and especially in the theater, but if you can’t do that, at least find a large TV with a surround sound system, and turn the ceiling fan on high.  

Geeks this week include: The US Mint does a cross-over with DC and you can help! Batman Caped Crusader has made it to Prime!  And if you live near enough to an IMAX theater, Interstellar is celebrating 10 years with a re-release in those big, tall, round theaters.  Not the Globe… not the Sphere…the other ones.  In fact, you should listen to this episode in an IMAX ear theater.  

The announcements were plenty: RDJr reappears with a different metal mask, Harrison Ford enters the MCU and seems to be embarrassed  (or is his face red for another reason?), and the Fantasticar flies around Hall H along with the cast of F4.  And that was just Marvel.  In other Marvel news, Jay discovers a super cooking show, Art relives his travels during the Crowdstrike pandemic, and Robbie doubles up with another Star Wars show on the horizon and a Netflix adaptation of Dragon’s Lair, featuring Ryan Reynolds playing…Ryan Reynolds.  

Apparently all roads lead to Marvel on this episode, since it was a marvel that Art made it home without having to rent a car.  Except the golden age superhero emblazoned with all the colors, that unfortunately gets a 3 Regrettables rating.  Every week is GOCA-CON!

With the recent release of Godzilla Minus One on Netflix (the dubbed version) and Godzilla X Kong on Max, it seemed like a perfect time to talk about Mothra.  Or Monarch.  Or both.  From the vintage look and feel of Academy Award-winning Godzilla Minus One, to the colorful romp through Hollow Earth of Godzilla x Kong, these films make interesting modern bookends (until the next one, anyway) for anyone familiar with the story or just getting into the genre.  

And in this week’s Geeks, someone’s political comments end up with a literal cancellation, all the geek genres in holiday housing are available in North Carolina, and it appears that the next big Avengers movies with have some familiar names at the helm.  Listen to this episode for sure - it’s the biggest yet.  

And if you’re keeping score, The Guys are not officially part of the Brat Pack.  But who is, really?  Andrew McCarthy’s fascinating documentary on Hulu attempts to answer that question through interesting camera work and a series of interviews with his old friends, a handful of writers, and a few Brat-Adjacents.  The Guys reminisce with them, with Jay telling a bit too much about his almost-encounter with the one he considered the Queen of the Brats.  

On other channels, it looks like Max is going all in on DC villains this year while waiting for Gunn to gear up the DCU, there was a loss in the Land of the Lost, and the House of Mouse may be reconsidering its renovation of the Tardis.  Grab some friends and listen together in your favorite Georgetown bar or high school detention room.  

In this episode, it’s all about games - board games, to be specific - and it’s even more fun because one of the sons-of-the-podcast, Jacob Reed, came to the studio to share his knowledge and geekdom concerning all things board gaming.  Jacob not only built a cabinet specifically for games, he also has an app to keep up with how many times his wife wins, he’s in a Facebook game trading group, and he can explain “deck building” - and it’s not what Robbie is doing behind his house.  They reminisce about the favorite games of their childhoods, and talk about what’s current and how to find the good ones.  

Jacob even contributes a geek of the week about brain science when it comes to gaming.  Art tells of a documentary about the making of a graphic novel, Robbie reveals the drop date of Marvel’s latest TV series, and Jay brings snacks that reveal the dark side.  Be sure to listen to this one, and don’t worry: you won’t be board.  The game is afoot!

But before they got to the details of “Jay Reed, this is your life,” there were Geeks of the Week.  It’s only a few months until the holidays commence, and in November, Red One hits theaters; Jay thinks it could be the most action-packed Christmas movie since Die Hard.  Dr. Who’s latest season is complete, and Robbie wonders aloud if it’s time to put the Tardis in the garage.  Speed Centaur begs the question: Narnia reject or a regrettable super horselike hero?  

After the break, Robbie unearths Jay’s western roots, eastern travels, northern wife and southern charm in the final installment (and hopefully not exit interview) of the series.  Listen to this one for food recommendations from your favorite Tex-issippian pharmacist.  

In another plot twist, Pat Parker, War Nurse, gets a thumbs up in the regrettable superhero segment.  

As for geeks, who’s watching the Watchmen?  Jay is.  Art wants to know who’ll be watching Gladiator 2, and the enthusiasm waned.  Robbie just Hamm-ed it up about another potential Marvel movie not in the works.  Listen to the only podcast around that’s recorded entirely in infrared.  

Keeping it on subject, Wes talks about the debunking of a common grilling practice, and Jay shares news of a pop-up restaurant in Vegas that will likely be gone by the time the What Happens to The Guys in Vegas Road Trip eventually happens.  Robbie keeps it in Vegas, at least, with the announcement of another supergroup taking their turn at The Sphere.  

Then they head outside to talk lesser-known but delicious cuts of beef that do well on the grill or smoker, where to find them, how to use thermometers and the Egg Genius to make grill life more delicious and efficient, and some thoughts on how to do fish and chicken without drying it out or losing it through the grates.  

There may even be some fruit and veggies on the menu.  Light your coals and listen.  

And The Guys build that anticipation by answering the question: what are the geeks of the week?  This time Jay shares the celebration of life for one of Disney’s most prolific songwriters, Art is eager to play with some new GI Joe figures, and Robbie catches everybody up on how a Star Wars villain made the jump to Marvel villain.  

Hands off that remote control: keep it on this podcast.  

But before that excitement ensues, Jay and Art jump into the studio to play “Geeks of the Week.”  Godzilla - 1 (that’s a minus, not a dash) makes it back from Japan, an early companion of Dr. Who moves on to the great TARDIS in the sky, and yet another iconic popcorn bucket is on its way to select theaters near you. In the great game show of life, listeners are winners.

Watch the whole Remote Control Episode from 1990 here.

Watch WZZQ The Movie on PBS, just like The Guys did, and get all the deets, man.  Though none of The Guys lived in the broadcast range of WZZQ, they still found their own personal connections to this iconic album rock radio station, a first of its kind in the state and beyond.  Nightmare and Sleepy, on the other hand - this week’s set of regrettable superheroes, may have been the last of their kind.  

Jay brings the celebrity obits in this episode, with the recent loss of Dabney Coleman and Susan Backlinie (you know her- you just don’t know you know her.) Art has more news of potential Trekkie prequels and Robbie has a Vision for a sequel. Sit back and listen to this one on your FM stereo converter.   Watch WZZQ - The Movie here at PBS.org.

Movie releases abound, but will they go to the theater or wait till the streaming begins and perhaps watch on Robbie’s new deck?  Will Jay get the hang of his fancy device that takes a lot of the stress out of smoking meats, and will his back porch be ready to host the first annual Guys of Summer eat-fest? Will they travel, or just let their kids come to them?  

Most importantly, you’ll hear Jay’s plans for flying through his neighborhood in 2026 if he can raise the $128K necessary to make it happen.  Meanwhile, Robbie will be waiting for a resurrection of the ultimate Bat.  And for the first time in many weeks, Nelvana of the Northern Lights gives hope that not all superheroes from the 1940’s are regrettable.  

Summer is here, you’re going to be working in the yard anyway, so you might as well listen.  

These memories were invoked by the podcast “Who Killed the Video Star?” which traces the history and evolution of MTV.  They talk favorite videos, favorite shows that came after the videos, and what MTV is up to now.  And even though MTV News is no more, The Guys still bring updates of all things geek, and this week is no different.  

Robbie switches from MTV to MeTV to watch their new toon channel, Jay warns (mourns?) a slowdown of all things MCU, and Art hits all the rest: DC suit reveals, Star Trek pining for a 4th movie, and Gollum turns to directing.  And let’s not forget Mother Hubbard’s entry into the regrettable superhero lineup.  Or maybe we should.  

Might as well face it, you’re gonna be addicted to this episode. It’s a thriller.  

Robbie takes this opportunity to introduce the GGI, the GOCA Geek Index, which heretofore will be used to gauge the geek factor of major screen stars, and it appears that Mr. Tennant scores well.  Though he may be primarily known as the tenth (and the fourteenth) doctor in Robbie’s favorite series, he also makes appearances in just about every other franchise known to geekdom.  And he just seems like the kind of Scot you’d like to hang around with.  

Moon Girl (the 1940’s version) takes a spin on the regret-o-meter, net neutrality is back in the news, Jay tries to convince Robbie to watch Hobbits sing in Chicago, and Art’s obituary this week is … TikTok?  Grab a pen or a stylus while you listen, and keep your own GGI at home!

You’ll have to listen to get The Guys’ answers to these and many more questions on the subject of the legacy John Hughes left us.  Jay handles the obituary page in this episode with memories of running through airports and slowly chasing white Broncos.  Art’s rebel tendencies surface, and Robbie wants to be (or was it see?) a hero.

 Jay’s Regrettable Superhero of the week leaves The Guys a little perplexed on the he/she question, because Madam Fatal is not the droid they were looking for.  Join Art, Robbie, Jay and Duckie this week, for the podcast with almost as many episodes as there are Beethoven movie sequels.  

Jay puts on his interrogator hat - er, it should be interviewer - and extricates all the details of Art’s life.  You’ll learn where he came from, where he’d like to go, and meet all the comic characters he’s created or made famous.  Or will make famous after this episode airs.  

Robbie is sadly absent this week, but Jay and Art forged ahead with geek news from both the Marvel and DC worlds, and Jay’s Regrettable Segment features an early female fighter of Nazis and other dastardly deed-doers that goes by the name of Lady Satan.  Somebody made it up, but The Guys didn’t.  Listen till the end, you don’t want to miss the lightning round!

Art talks ERB and his Mars series, Robbie extols the virtues of Dune and more, and Jay riffs on the book he read sometime in 1982 that actually took place 2 years later.  Heroic quests, dystopias, and military might…oh my.  They cover it all.  And as a bonus, they bring news of Star Trek movies, super birthdays and spider shorts.

Plus, let’s not forget this week’s Regrettable Superhero, Justin Wright. Or maybe we should…everybody else did. Oh, and Jay’s foray into the podcast transfer portal gets a little pushback.  Listen to him while you can.  

(And it’s not even Jay’s regrettable segment, which is invisible this week, so to speak.)  

Robbie and Art talk about the ultimate G.I. Joe vehicle and how to get your own: Dumpster Diving 101.  Art remembers Johnny West and family and scowls about a missing cowl.  Jay has trouble identifying with the subject because he still has everything.  Or at least Mrs. Reed does, in her Museum of a Happy Childhood.  

In geeks of the week, Jar-Jar is redeemed, moviegoers have the opportunity to spend 20 hours straight watching droids and ewoks, and there is news from the Tardis: Who knew?  You will, once you’ve listened.  

But they mustered up the courage and the words to talk about Oscar and all his little statuettes.  Geekdom did fairly well this year- at least in the nominee category - with Indiana Jones, Guardians of the Galaxy, and the Spiderverse getting some love.  Thank goodness for Godzilla, right?  

Geekdom of the weekdom revealed that the Rogue Squadron may not be lost after all, Nolan is planning his next Oscar, and Austrian starlets know how to take down a U-boat.  See what happens when Art leaves?  Don’t leave till you’ve listened.  

To figure out where he came from, how he got all his irons into all his fires, what makes him the vibrant media personality all listeners know and love.  Or it could be called, “What Robbie does when he’s not making this podcast, and why.”  Who knew The Guys had other lives?  

Robbie also brings news of a kickstarter with significant figures, and Jay is ready to go to the theater (even if it’s his surround-sound-enhanced living room version) to see a little ungentlemanly warfare.  Regrettably, this week’s regrettable superhero is just a part of a hero, despite it’s excellent vision.  Be the first to listen to this inaugural episode!

obbie gets to see the movie, Jay gets the sandworm popcorn bucket (or he would, if his little ol’ hometown had an AMC theater.) Art’s interest to be named later.  But apparently Robbie thought highly enough of the epic film for all The Guys - he gave it a 3 Guys rating all by himself.  Nonstop action, grimy and gritty world-building, better-than-average casting.  Jay may actually go to the theater to see it.  Unlike this podcast, however, the listener is advised to see Dune Part 1 before investing in this one. (The Guys do recommend for the sake of inherent joy alone to listen to the previous 250 or so episodes.)

Speaking of spice, Jay brings snacks to the studio from WcDonald’s, Art updates the cast for Superman (which may or may not be named Legacy), and Robbie updates his “this is your life” episode with tales from the prize patrol.  They also recommend a listen to this episode, as it is protected by Fantomah, Mystery Woman of the Jungle and Podcasts.  

In this episode, listeners will hear about the battle between new money (the Russells) and old money (the Astors) discussed by “no money” (the Guys).  They do, as usual, find a link to geekdom in at least one of the cast members (we see you, Proxima Midnight, in your fancy opera dress).  Overall, it’s just a good series about a fascinating period in American History - kinda’ like this podcast.  

It’s a pretty exciting week for Geeks of the Week, too, with spaceships landing on the moon and all - unfortunately, the video was better in 1969.  Jay invites all the the Borderlands, and Robbie makes another Superman Legacy casting announcement.  And is a Thor by any other name just as strong?  Jay’s Regrettable Segment tells of a Thor you may not have heard of before.  Or care to ever again.  Put on your top hat and listen.  

Though football is over (until the UFL begins it’s spring season), there’s plenty to watch soon, including an adaptation of the 3 Body Problem on Netflix (and those 3 problem bodies are NOT Art, Robbie, and Jay, despite what you may have heard), a new Roadhouse movie on Prime, and shooting completed for the next season of Andor on Disney+.  Only 3 streaming services required!  

Jay’s Regrettable Segment is short: 6 inches short, to be exact, and received the first neutral vote from The Guys.  The good news is, you won’t regret listening to this episode.  

This time it’s Alien, set for another reboot of sorts that may or may not ignore the origin story.  The Guys ponder creative control in this episode: whether or not it’s okay for a franchise to go another way, and does it matter that a director or writer’s original vision is lost in space (or the proverbial editing room floor.)  

In Geeks of the Week Art’s obituary is not for an actual person, but one of his favorite audio streaming services; Jay updates listeners on a new and expanded MCU timeline that he really won’t have time to watch now that it’s expanded; and Robbie announces what may become the sports app that could replace the need for live TV services for some.  It’s a big one, which makes this episode a must-listen.  And feel free to write your own Guys of a Certain Age origin story.  

Jay’s Regrettable Segment pays homage to … sorry Mrs. Reed… Dr. Hormone, and though his use of superpowers are a bit on the sketchy side, it’s probably not what you think.  

Sadly, Art leads the Guys in saying goodbye to someone who became famous in the motion picture boxing ring, and closed his career in the world of the Mandalorian.  Jay considers putting his hand in a popcorn bucket that might not let go, and Robbie tells how a super man trades his cape for a kilt.  This episode is indeed for all mankind.  

This one is not for the kiddos, but Jay and Robbie give it two hats off because they’ve already forgotten the rating system put in place just a few episodes back.  That’s what happens when you’re five - you forget things.  Echo is a bit more somber than other recent series (Ms Marvel, for sure), but with lots of great actors, action, and gadgets.  It’s a show that stands on its own, but fits very neatly into the Hawkeye and Daredevil worlds.  Well worth watching.  

Geeks of the Week involve yet another Supergirl actress in the DCU fold, and a potential sequel in the works 28 days and about 22 years after the original.  Jay’s Regrettable Segment is sure to be a fave among mythology buffs, art students, and kids who like to see their names in print.  Bounce whatever it was you were going to do, and listen to this episode…episode…episode…

And to celebrate, they bring back a guest, this time live and in the studio: Scott Tracy Griffin, aka Hollywod’s “Tarzan Expert on Call.”  But as the tales are told on this episode, listeners will learn that he’s not just Tarzan savvy.  In fact, he speaks eloquently on all things Edgar Rice Burroughs, from his stories to his day-to-day life as a writer, family man, and entrepreneur. Though not currently featured in a Tarzan or John Carter of Mars movie, Griffin has certainly done some acting, and has the stories, clips and SAG card to prove it.  

Before he came to the studio, however, the Guys chose not to subject him to this week’s Geeks: Spiderman’s bonus in the wrong net, Favreau back in the director’s chair, and a heartwarming story about mother-of-the-show Mrs Reed’s childhood pet.  This one should be listened to with cake, ice cream, and as always…discretion.  

Thankfully, The Guys are still around to talk about all things Monarch.  And despite suspicions, they have this conversation in a genuine podcast studio, not in a retirement home with free ankle bracelets.  Though one or the other may be in their future.  Robbie, Art and Jay talk actors, favorite moments, and dream about a Season Two.  The only downer: “G Day” doesn’t stand for Guys.  Spoiler: they give it a Three Guys rating.  

Geeks of the Week feature James Gunn and Channing Tatum (not in the same film), and in Jay’s Regrettable Segment another 1940’s crimefighter secures his obscurity.  Titans Assemble!

In this episode, Art and Jay chat about the ups and downs of this lesser-known hero’s theater debut: did it live up to the budget?  did Susan and George live up to their reputations as actors?  will the character live to see another day in the DCU?  Listen to this one and see if you agree.  But first!  

In Geeks of the Week, Art shares sad news about the passing of a lesser-known guitar hero, Jay talks about the upcoming series announced about a lesser-known spider hero, and the podcast broadcasts the first installment of Jay’s Regrettable Segment, featuring a much lesser-known (but ideal for a comeback) comic crime-fighter from the 40’s.  And it’s not who the convenience store was named after.  

True or not, that got them to wondering what other films, tv shows or books released decades ago but set in the “future” of current times may have accidentally made some accurate predictions?  Will Ireland reunite?  Does the term “sanctuary city” have another meaning entirely?  The speculations of past sci-fi writers (and The Guys) know no bounds.  

In Geeks of the Week, there is a news of one who thunderbolted in and out of a role with super speed, a mouse who’s out of the house, and a famous battle scene done Clone Wars style.  

Either way, in this episode they talk about what movies and television content they’re looking forward to seeing in 2024, unless the whole season is bumped to 2025, in which case Art and Jay spend their 2024 screen time getting caught up on Dr. Who and Robbie will watch all the musicals.  

But if Robbie and Art’s Geek of the Week turns out to be true (it’s a big one, so they shared it), there may be one less streaming service we have to pay for to watch everything.  Jay looks backward to look forward, with a recommendation on an audiobook that actually explains Ragnarok.  

This episode focuses on what The Guys thought made for the best binging in 2023.  And let’s just note that all three of them more or less chose the same show as the number one.  It’s a strange world, indeed.  

Jay and Art keep their Geeks of the Week in the DC universe, with news of Superman:Legacy casting and a new Batman holiday special.  Robbie’s news involves a new movie from a former Marvel actress who finds herself in the middle of a civil war, and it’s not Captain America’s.  

But thanks to the aforementioned interwebs, memories are recalled, and the top movies of 2023 are more or less ranked.  And believe it or not, only a few superhero movies made the cut.

 In Geeks of the Week, Jay wonders “what IF?” but not in a Marvel way, Robbie spoils the Christmas gift he bought Jay at auction, and Art leads in mourning the loss of another actor with a link to geekdom.  Listen to see if your favorite movie (Barbie) is on the list.  

They could have turned around the box office disaster with these 30-plus minutes of lavish praise for a movie panned by lesser critics.  Okay, suffice it to say they liked The Marvels.  Nick Fury is back as Nick Fury, the flirkins get their moment (if “memory" serves), and there is backstory, action, and fan service packed strategically into basically a 90 minute movie.  

Meanwhile, Geeks of the Week are all about throwbacks: Jay looks at the history of Marvel at Macy’s, Art turns to the BBC for a bit of Bond, and Robbie announces a sequel to one of the greatest mockumentaries of all time.  Listen to this one and marvel.  

Finally, though, they give Loki the attention he deserves, and also initiate a new ratings system.  Listen carefully to hear how many Guys this series rates!  Lots of spoilers in this episode by the way, but also lots of thoughtful commentary on their favorite actors and a bit of a disagreement on how the ending played out.  

Geeks of the Week are all discombobulated: Jay has the obit this time (RIP the life-sized pinball machine), Robbie tells how to get fashionable when on Hoth, and Art discovers we’ve been mispronunciating lots of celebrity names.  Apologies to all those celebrities who listen to this podcast and may have heard their names being butchered.  Stop, Loki, and listen to this episode.  

This week it’s The Offer, the Paramount + story of the making of The Godfather .  The movie, that is - not the actual Godfather.  It’s a fascinating story of how the movie was made, how it was almost ruined, and how it might not have ever been made at all.  (Just a typical week in the Guys of a Certain Age production cycle.)  Jay also finished Tom Hanks’ novel about the making of a motion picture masterpiece (which is pretty much the title), which was an interesting companion reader to the series.  

Robbie did drop in for Geeks of the Week, where news was shared about the Fantastic Four, Thunderbolts, and another action hero: Jack Reacher.  If you have to choose between listening to this episode or the cannoli, why not both?

Yes, Robbie and Art did an episode on SNW shortly after Season 2 ended.  Jay, on the other hand, took a little longer to finish, but it was well worth his time.  While Art visits the Atlantic, Robbie and Jay get caught up on Captain Pike and his musical crew.  Okay, that’s just one episode, but we all know Jay loves a good musical.  In fact, he loved the entire series, and was quite disappointed to learn that Season 3 was almost certainly delayed by various and sundry strikes that, thankfully, have finally ended.  

In other Star Trek news, Robbie found a podcast hosted by two Enterprise crew members that are friends in and out of space, while Jay happened upon a trailer for yet another Ghostbusters movie coming soon.  Maybe he’ll have time to watch the last one before this one comes out.  Listen long and prosper.  

It’s been 39 years since The Last Starfighter hit the silver screen?  That’s right.  It was a cutting edge science fiction flick when it came to digital graphics, but what do those cutting edge scenes look like now?  And most importantly, is this a movie begging for a remake?  The Guys talk all that along with a nod to The Music Man himself, Robert “Centauri” Preston.  

Back on Earth, Robbie tells about his recent trip to a space-age concert venue in Vegas (but he won’t tell what happened) and brings us up to speed on all things Who.  Art listened to a new old Beatles song, and while Robbie walked the F1 racetrack, Jay went back to his NASCAR roots by way of an X-wing Fighter.  Buckle up!

And if you don’t want to end up in the ground or in an urn when your time on Earth is expired, why not leave Earth entirely?  There are ways, and it may be cheaper than a funeral.  When it comes to Halloween, The Guys also discover that there are lots of alternatives when it comes to costumes for grown-ups, from Mickey Mouse to the Mad Scientist.  

Art’s been watching The Fall of the House of Usher, with a story line that’s most definitely an alternative to Poe’s original work, but with lots of Easter eggs.  Or Halloween eggs?  Jay took one for the team and watched Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey.  If that’s not an alternative ending, there isn’t one.  Despite all the alternative podcasts, you should listen to this one.  

Robbie is off this week in search of the elusive TatoNut, but Art and Jay get in the literary weeds about books - Art even gets a surprise accolade via Jay’s handcrafted book list.  

Sadly, Jay gets duped by an internet post - certainly for the first time ever - but Art redeems it because of, well, art.  Art has news of a reboot getting a reboot, and they’re not just talking about the second half of the podcast.  

There were some great moments and there were some that maybe could have been left on the proverbial cutting-room floor.  And a few others added in their place.  Or maybe it’s just because Jay and Art didn’t watch the 29+ episodes of Clone Wars and Rebels that would’ve helped them understand.  Listen to see what The Guys think, then feel free to form your own opinions!

Meanwhile, we hear about what Captain Picard is writing about these days, where Disney is letting some of those other Star Wars properties loose on - gasp - “free” channels, and a once-in-a-lifetime chance to embrace your inner ogre.  

If it hasn’t been made abundantly clear by the clues given by a wannabe celebrity, this episode is about game shows.  In the days following the passing of legendary game show host Bob Barker, The Guys realized - hey, there’s a genre of shows we watched a lot of but haven’t talked about yet.  So they did.  

From the earliest days of their collective memories, they’re here To Tell the Truth about what they watched and hope it doesn’t get them in Jeopardy.  

But before they get to the bonus round, there is talk of eating sandwiches aloft, Planet of the Apes in print, and the new trailer for the upcoming Disney+ series, known to insiders as Percy Jackson and the Gods of a Certain Age.  How much of your winnings are you willing to wager that this episode will make you say “whoopee!”?

On this epic episode which The Guys mostly agreed would be milestone number 250, they tell the story of starting, share favorite episodes, and even talk a bit about what comes next.  

Unfortunately, a majority of the Geeks of the Week have to do with endings: two out of the three are obituaries.  Thank goodness Robbie had updated news of a rebirth of one of his favorite movies.  If you haven’t listened to the previous 249 episodes, don’t worry - this is not Ahsoka.  

It’s been over a year since he quit getting the little red envelopes in the mail - that was the gateway cut.  Then it was his landline; no emergencies so far requiring landlines.  And most recently, it was Big Cable getting the boot.  Any regrets?  Any lessons?  Any Netflix DVD’s hiding under the old VCR that he’ll get to keep?  Listen as the last holdout of The Guys tells his tale.  

Then go watch the Aquaman 2 trailer, or any of the handful of geek-fave TV series or movies that star young Ariana Greenblatt.  But don’t try to watch them at an MGM hotel - they may not have Wi-Fi restored just yet.  

Taking Jay's place at his microphone (but never the place in the heart of Jay's fan) Bill, aka Cad E. Wampus, talks about the inspiration for and the process of creating and publishing his hand-illustrated book, Gibble the Goblin Has a Problem. It's the story of a goblin who learns an important lesson in asking for things. Visit the Book Baby link below to buy a copy! 

Geeks of the Week include a look a incredible prop maker's website, news of a new Super Highlander, a review of the new Babylon 5 animated movie, and thoughts on the trailer for Apple TV+'s new series about Godzilla and his pals.

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Art is out this week because he’s waiting for the movie to stream on VHS, but the remaining Guys talk favorite characters, Oscar possibilities, star appearances, and a brief foray into the use of color and graphics in the epic-length Christopher Nolan film.  

Robbie also brings more details of the Dune 2 Delay, and as college football season begins, tells how a once-powerful conference imploded.  Meanwhile, Jay learns who G’nort the Green Lantern is, but wonders aloud why he’s hosting a special edition DC comic involving beach volleyball.  Listen to this one - it’s a blast.  

Was it nostalgia for other action figures back in the day that hung out with Barbie on toy store shelves?  Was it the inclusion of actors from the superhero multiverse? Or was it just a curiosity to see what all the hype was about?  Because they were already at the theater to see Oppenheimer, right?  Yes.  All that and more.  

And it seems the Barbie-Heimer double feature release may have been one of the last blockbuster movie duos to not be delayed further by the ongoing strikes and other unknown studio shenanigans.  That’s right - sorry, Robbie - Art announced that Dune 2’s release date has been delayed for mysterious reasons.  [ROBBIE NOTE: Like I listen to ether of you anyway.] But Jay has an answer to how to fill all the extra time that would have been spent watching new releases at the theater: read a book.  Specifically, read Scott Lang’s in-MCUniverse autobiography, soon to be released in full by Marvel.  

Plus, there’s all that content already online that Jay, for one, can’t seem to keep up with.  Art and Jay recommend The Beanie Bubble, which has less superhero crossover, but just as much nostalgia.  Listen to this one in pink, if you’re Guy enough.

But could it be that the best of all those shows is the one that recently dropped the Season 2 Finale?  Well, Robbie thinks so.  And he even got Jay to watch Strange New Worlds, the latest iteration of the Star Trek genre.  Listen as Jay is exposed to Season 2 spoilers (with his permission, by the way) and Robbie and Art drop a duet from the musical episode.  Maybe.  

And in the Geeks of the Week segment, Art has more casting and anti-casting news, Jay tries to figure out how to get to McDonald’s in Brooklyn, and Robbie heard he was invited to the House of Usher, and wanted to know if he should bring Suits.  It may be hot outside, but this episode is cool.   

Robbie’s Geek of the Week makes Jay jealous knowing someone else got ahold of the rarest Magic the Gathering card in the world.  And he doesn’t even play.  The big news, however, was a shared Geek: the new trailer for Loki season 2, which scored the most views ever for a Disney+ series.  In perhaps less momentous but still interesting bits and bytes from the geek-web, another Zack (this time Snyder) is hinting at another “cut” that may or may not need to be made, and Gal Gadot is Gunn-ing for another turn to wield the golden lasso.  

Come for the geeks, stay for a writer who’s not on strike.  

This week it’s their interview with Stan Brown, a local author with feet (or fingers, more accurately) in a variety of genres that geeks like The Guys like to read.  Jay and Robbie did manage to make it in to update the listeners with literally up-to-the-minute news of the latest shoe drop that’s almost like collecting rare trading cards, only much more expensive.  

Robbie confirms suspicions discussed in the last episode: the Emmys are not imminent.  We may hear about the winners of the 22-23 TV season sometime in 2024 if we’re lucky.  Real luck, though, is getting a chance to listen to this interview again without having to dig through the archives.  You’re welcome!  And happy summer.  

Who knows if the show will actually air.  But that didn’t stop The Guys from talking about them.  The big questions: will they watch the awards show?  Have they even watched the shows that were nominated?  It’s not many shows, actually, and the big nominees were mostly streamers, which confirmed Jay’s decision to cut the cable cord at long last.  But there are some geek nods (and not just in costume and makeup categories) and perhaps a record number of nominations for Robbie’s current favorite show that doesn’t involve a mysterious Dr. in a flying phone booth.  

In other important news (it’s all about perspective), Art shares more casting decisions for Superman Legacy’s superhero cadre, Jay finds a fascinating tidbit about the financial side of motion pictures, and Robbie helps explain the intricacies of the actor’s strike.  So listen to this episode, watch all the shows you haven’t seen, and stay tuned for updates on whether or not we’ll ever know the winners!

Apparently Jay is not on strike any more, though it’s uncertain if he was part of the rider’s strike or the sad actors.  In fact, he’s hoping to get the Guys invited to the 2025 Comic-Con Cruise, since nobody else seems to be scheduled yet.  Art the Birthday Guy brings news of Aquaman 2’s reshoots, rewrites, and disappearance of a famous bat.  And Robbie quotes James Cameron in the wake of all the chatter regarding AI, CGPT, and LMNOP. 

No doubt, listeners are hungry to resist part two of Robbie’s interview with Roland Mann.  

Mr. Mann takes the true believer through his Silverline journey with slight detours through fairy tales and classic American literature all the way up to his latest Kickstarter.  And his inside connections on how to get a comic printed quickly. (NOTE: The Kickstarter mentioned int his interview finished. there are ongoing at Silverline.)

But first, Robbie and Art hit with some Geeks of the Week that involve more Superman: Legacy casting, a sneak peek at Ashoka and talk of Jay's stand in solidarity with the various parties in Hollywood by boycotting the podcast.  But someone forgot to tell him, he's not a union member or is getting paid....

Despite the record numbers of viewers not viewing the movie, apparently, The Guys gave it three thumbs up.  Art appreciated the acting, Robbie enjoyed all the fan service, and for Jay it redeemed the time travel/multiverse conundrum he had become weary of.  Win, win, win.  

Geeks of the Week abounded this time around: disgruntled rumblings around AI animation, the new Superman and the Marvelous Lois, and Russell Crowe’s role rut in three different super-studios.  And that’s just round one.  Speed over to your local cinema and see The Flash with 20 million of your closest friends.  Then listen to this spoiler-filled episode.  Or the other way around.  

And when it comes to geek cred, he’s got Star Wars cred, superhero movie cred, video-game-come-tv-series cred, GoT cred - he even killed it on SNL.  Definitely worthy of respect, and most certainly worthy of a GOCA episode of his own.  

Geeks of the Week pay respects to Treat Williams (aka uncredited Star Wars base trooper) and John Romita, Sr. (who had great Spidey-sense), and share news of The Brave and the Bold.  The Guys all voted: you should listen to this one.  

Our Geeks of the Week include shots fired at the MCU from Across the Multiverse, and, in true timey-wimey fashion, a favorite companion from the past joins Dr. Who in future episodes. 

But that gave them time to talk about one of the feel-good movies of early summer that Robbie hadn’t watched.  Surprise, it’s Ghosted, with Ana De Armas and Chris Evans.  Even with the star power of the leads, there are so many more cameos and big names who said, “Sure, I’ll show up for a few minutes and get paid - this looks like fun!”  And it was.  No Oscars will be harmed due to the filming of this movie, but it’s worth a watch. Talking to you, Robbie.  

And in the news of geekdom this week, Spiderverse fans are celebrating a young videographer whose skills with Lego animation brought him near-instant fame, while in another of the multi-spider-verses the MCU gets a bit of a dis.  The Taxman cometh - The Guys say let her in.  

Meanwhile, back in the USA and galaxies far, far away, one actor trades his Boba Fett helmet for another, four other fantastic actors may or may not be slated for a new set of old Marvel quadruplets, and it looks like Strange New Worlds will live long and prosper - at least for a second season.  Come for the geeks, stay for biscuits with the boss.  

And while the Guys are still waiting for a listener to sponsor a field trip to the Galactic Cruiser experience, it sounds like their opportunity to save the galaxy in 72 hours or less is coming to a close.  Seems like Disney is like Mississippi weather…if you don’t like it, give it a few minutes and it will change.  Jay goes completely off script and gets saucy when Geeks of the Week come around.  

Robbie takes Art’s role as the bringer of obituaries, but this time it’s a Marvel comics character.  And Art spreads rumors about Fantastic Four actor anticipation.  Will there really ever be a movie?  Who knows?  But they know this episode should be downloaded.  Be fantastic and listen.  

Jay even jumps in the wayback machine without the guidance of Popular Science to revisit Dolph Lundgren’s 80’s portrayal of The Punisher.  Art looks to the future (or was it a long time ago in a galaxy far far away?) for Filoni’s Star Wars movie that promises to take an old title and fill it with potentially new characters.  Robbie has his fleet foot in another universe with early reviews of the The Flash movie.

But the main objective of this episode’s ramblings are focused on the recently released Guardians of the Galaxy, Volume 3.  Now that Jay has seen it, all the Guys give their overall take on the film, and the opinions actually vary.  They talk Rocket’s story arc, Warlock’s role, the length, and most importantly, the soundtrack.  Listen to this one, sing along, and wish Dolph well.  

The Guys talk about how this season ranks among the others, where it may be headed with which characters at the forefront, and how it seems to fit in the timeline of Dr. Who (just kidding.)  In possibly bigger news (particularly if you live in the Indian subcontinent, where GOCA listeners probably abound), there is no more live cricket (except Jiminy) on Disney+, and that sent the subscriber numbers way down.  

Then it was on to AppleTV+, where Foundation Season 2 dropped a trailer, but Art and Jay are both behind on that one.  Jay keeps things literary in reporting Tom Hanks’ new novel about superhero comics and the movies they inspire.  Yep, this one has to be read.  For the moment.  Listen, watch, read.  All part of a balanced Guy’s diet.  

The Guys keep this episode high above the jungle floor by inviting AMC’s “Tarzan expert on-call”, Scott Tracy Griffin, to the show.  Griffin has written two definitive coffee table books (that you wouldn’t want coffee anywhere near) about the art, books, and films of Edgar Rice Burroughs' most famous character.  

From the origin story of finding his first Tarzan paperback at age 9, to an exclusive story about a movie pitch for another Burroughsian character, this episode is thick with Tarzan trivia and feelings about favorites.  Give your best Tarzan yell, beat your chest a little, then settle in for this fascinating interview.  

The Guys get giddy about Star Wars content to come, with Rey and Mando getting new movies, and Ahsoka streaming soon.  Well, “soon” in the world of Disney+ releases.  

And what of Max, the new name for the Discovery-HBO-Magnolia-Etcetera streaming behemoth?  A little something for everybody, it seems, with a commitment to an extensive reboot from the Wizarding World, another pre-sequel (it’s hard to tell which is which these days) from Game of Thrones, and the Penguin waddling into our living rooms.  

Until all that happens, though, The Guys are excited about the Marvels movie trailer, sad about Al Jaffee, and eerily quiet about the dialogue in the latest John Wick movie.  Listen to this one, but don’t Max out.  

Jay, on the other hand, is excited not just about John Wick’s latest movie (where we assume lots of live people don’t stay that way very long), but also the spinoff, Ballerina, featuring the actress du jour, Ana de Armas.  They both noted that yet another Marvel mogul was unceremoniously given the door, and by the way, where is Art?  Apparently, it was his extremely significant other’s birthday and his gift had something to do with attic cleanup.  But the remaining Guys talked about him enough - nay, challenged him - that he is expected to return in the near future with a plan for pizza.  

Yes, Jay and Robbie turned to their favorite pastime: eating.  Spring is coming, and with it, gardening and farmer’s markets, and outdoor pizza ovens.  And will April showers bring rainbows of Skittles?  Well, maybe not if you live in California.  

And if that happens, the Guys (whoever is left) will be sure to keep all their listeners updated on all the social media channels.  And if you’re not sure which service to follow, Robbie and Jay ramble at length in this episode about which ones keep their attention the most, which ones are most likely to be rabbit holes, which ones they joined just to keep an eye on their kids, and which ones they really should be connected to but aren’t.  And vice versa.  

Listen first, then follow, like, chat, tik, tok, marco polo, and link in.  But don’t snap - we don’t want to lose Art for good.  

And they asked deep questions: Is Paul Rudd the new Robert Downey, Jr?  Will Michael Douglas come back for another movie?  Was Bill Murray’s role essential to the plot?  Did Evangeline Lilly really need to cut her hair?  Big stuff here.  

Meanwhile, back in the celebrity obituary department, it was a rough week, including a couple of eagerly anticipated Star Wars movies with big director/producer names attached, but not including the Woolly Mammoth.  He’s not quite dead yet.  Listen to find out how to buy advanced tickets to the Wonderful World of Woolly.  

The Guys dissect this AppleTV+ original series about life-work balance (they really need some), or more accurately: life-work separation.  But don’t worry, they’re not severing from the podcast…or are they?  Only the Innies of a Certain Age know what was really discussed.  

In Geeks of the Week, it’s Robbie this time announcing a new-ish musical of avenger-ical proportions, as Jay shares a little-known (to him, anyway) factoid about the theme music from Indiana Jones.  Art and Jay both bring sad news about the passing of two film stars, one beauty and one who played a creature only a mother could love.  Listen at home or at work, it doesn’t matter - you won’t remember it.  

And all that just to audition for a spot during the break on Guys of a Certain Age?  Who’d a thunk? The game that was played between commercials was pretty tight, as was the race for best ad.  The world awaits the decision, and you can hear it here first.  

But before the space in the show where one day listeners might hear Serena Williams do yet another commercial, Art and Robbie give Jay some MC-ed-U-cation as he reports the latest Disney Declaration, Robbie speaks of Legends, and bless his h-art, Mr. Shirley gets stuck with the celebrity obits again as he recounts a fantastic voyage.   

 But Toy Story 5 has not, it seems.  And an old friendship is soon to be restored when Loki returns to the small screen: Short Round is back, and we’re not talking about Jay’s appearance when he was 12.  

Believe it or not, that’s all before The Break.  Afterwards, The Guys once again fill valuable bandwidth discussing an award show they didn’t watch.  This time it’s the GRAMMYs, or as they like to call it, “When Harry Met Lizzo.”  People sang, people won (and lost) awards, people dressed up like Biblical characters and danced.  But was a good time had by all?  Listen and sing along with Art and the Two-Tops on this award-acknowledging episode!

Yep, it’s the DCU, Chapter One, Gods and Monsters, announced by the young Gunn, James.  At last the wait is over, and DC fans can look forward to a fresh take on Superman, Batman, Swamp Thing and a host of other heroes, antiheroes and lanterns.  It’s time for the capes to have their moment of truth, justice and a better tomorrow.  The same thing The Guys say all the time.  

Meanwhile, Art gives sad news for fans of Laverne and Shirley, Jay reports a new voice for Harley Quinn, and Robbie tries to sneak in the main subject as his geek.  Live-ish from L’uva, it’s Guys of a Certain Age!

Oscar nominations are out, and the RAJ Collective (that’s Robbie Art Jay for those playing at home) are almost as excited as when they found out the Golden Globes had already happened.  As a matter of fact, most of the same movies showed up on the lists - except now there are more lists.  Catch all the comments as they share opinions on a bunch of films and actors that the three of them mostly haven’t seen.  

And while you listen to Geeks of the Week, enjoy a Mason jar full of magic Disney water for the low, low price of $5300 as you explore the Whoniverse and mourn the loss of a seventies teen star.  This episode would be Oscar material if it were only a movie.  

And it’s a great time to talk about it (and to eat) because the Super Bowl is coming up soon, and that means super snacks. But does it mean snacking with a crowd?  At their home or someone else’s?  Or is it just as fun to nosh on a chip and dip buffet or grill those wings strictly for the fam?  

The Guys That Remain talk their favorite in-home NFL tailgate foods, party preferences, and even throw in some Geeks of the Week featuring Pedro and Senator Bat-Pat.  Belly up to the taco bar and listen.  (Oh, and BTW, their favorite activity?  Doing this podcast.  For you, the listener.  So listen.  Please.)

Art actually watched a little bit of the show, and that plus a quick online review of the winners and nominees was fodder enough for The Guys to talk about what they didn’t watch.  Unfortunately, Art and Robbie seemed to think Jay had some words of wisdom about the 2022 awardees, but it turned out he’d only seen one of the movies and one of the TV shows.  But did that stop them?  Nay, nay.  

In Geeks of the Week, Robbie talks of stranger things, Art heard there are aliens afoot, and Jay lands in night court.  You’ll want to listen to this one: what could possibly go wrong?

One might say The Guys are getting rusty, having to bring in consecutive guests to liven up the conversation, but in this case it’s literal: they got Rusty, aka Jay’s brother and loyal listener, to join the opining.  

The Geek of the Week segment brings surprising news of Wednesday (the show, not the day of the week), potential Marvel-Ween projects in the future, and even more potential shelving of perfectly good shows on HBO Max, or whatever they’re calling themselves today.  

Listen to get your list of all the right shows to catch up on.  

These are the deep questions pondered by The Guys as they embark on Year Five of the podcast.  Particularly, will Robbie and Art be nicer to Jay on air?  Could Year Five be his lucky year?  Listen to find out … just like Jay will!  And of course, more Bat-News in Geeks of the Week, from Jay and Art, while Robbie has a story that could rock the movie trailer world.  

Happy New Year from The Guys!

And that got them to thinking, why have trivia nights become so popular?  Jay found reasons.  And what other trivia games and similar activities brought us to this time in our culture?  The Guys have a meaningful discussion of all things trivial.  Meanwhile, back in Geeks of the Week, it seems Henry Sounds-Like-Travel is a geek, too, despite his apparent departure as the Man of Steel.

 Plus Jay is very excited to announce one of his favorite collectibles has re-entered the market after a long hiatus; unfortunately he can no longer afford it.  But you can afford to listen to this episode, because it’s free.  

This week, The Guys play Start One, Bench One, Cut One with three Christmas classic sweets: egg nog, fruitcake, and candy canes.  Answers may be controversial, but nobody goes home hungry.  And it’s a good thing this is a positive segment, because there are two obits in Geeks of the Week: from Sesame Street to Cheers, it’s a Dark Tower kind of week.  

But happy memories they are, and The Guys hope you’ll build some happy holiday memories of your own this week - and it starts with listening to this episode!

With the holiday season come holiday specials, and at long last the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special finally aired, and as it happens, it’s the only one all three Guys have seen.  They agree that there were high spots, fun moments, and interesting additions to the MCU canon, but it probably won’t rank in the top 5 MCU productions, unlike Andor in the Star Wars saga.  (Which they talk about after the break!) But still worth watching.  So Robbie and Art left it to Jay to cover the other holiday specials, aka “Every Streaming Service Needs a Special.”  HBO Max gave the world "A Christmas Story Christmas", which Jay loved because all the old (not dead) actors came back.  

Apple TV+ brought “Spirited”, with Ryan Reynolds and Will Ferrell singing and dancing and bringing an old story very much to life again. Disney+, not to be outdone, introduced “The Hip Hop Nutcracker” - Jay tried to watch it and follow along until his hip-hop almost went out of joint.  Happy Holiday Specials from The Guys!  And in between…watch Andor.  

Two of the Guys return to Middle-earth to take a look at Amazon's Rings of Power. Was it worth all the money Jeff spent? Robbie and Art weigh in on this series that takes place long before the Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings trilogy but still features some familiar names. 

 This week’s episode is all geeks, and we’re not just talking about The Guys.  The ever-popular-in-Bavaria Geeks of the Week segment transmogrifies into the main subject, and some of Jay’s breaking news items are truly current.  Or they were on the day it was recorded.  From a new Fantastic Four theory to an accidental international announcement of a possible Grogu short film, from Sandman part the second to multiple bits of news from Cavill headquarters - even the Broadway debut of Marty and Doc’s musical version of a classic film (not to be confused with Art and Jay’s attempt to join the cast of Les Mis).  

This episode has it all - don’t miss a thing or you will miss things.  

Only Jay came in full cosplay, muscles rippling (or were those love handles of a certain age?), but they all saw the movie together, except for those few minutes when Jay’s favorite app insisted he take a break from the action.  But there’s no break in the action of The Guys’ discussion of The Rock’s rendition of this lesser-known comic book superhero from the Shazam generation.  

This time, in Geeks of the Week, it’s Jay with news from the DCU, shining a green lantern in this dark world.  Speaking of dark worlds, Art shares yet another obituary that surely caused Rudolph’s nose to dim in tribute.  And Robbie brings even more news from Who-ville, but not the one with the Grinch: it’s Mickey this time.

Art and Robbie are also hoping this isn’t Jay’s last season, as he contemplates partaking in the McRib Farewell Tour.  Robbie brings news of another finale, and you can guess “Who” he’s excited about seeing.  

Meanwhile, Art speaks of new beginnings, as the DCU introduces their two-man answer to Marvel’s Feige.  

The Guys were not invited.  

But that doesn’t mean The Committee was right about everything, and it certainly doesn’t mean The Guys don’t have valuable opinions on such matters.  And WHAT they really want to know is HOW there is no Dr. WHO.  WHY was he left out?  WHEN will that error be rectified?

In the Geeks of the Week segment, Jay shares deep space thoughts from Captain Shatner himself, Art brings news of the new (old) Superman, and Robbie depresses them all with the just-announced pushed-back-yet-again schedule of MCU movies.  There’s plenty of time to catch up on GOCA podcast episodes while you wait for the next phase to begin.  

Fast forward to October, 2022.  That’s over three and a half years, and The Guys can’t believe it either.  Still no sponsor…but this time there was an audience to celebrate the recording of the 200th episode, live at Dave’s Dark Horse Tavern in Starkville, Mississippi.  

The Guys are still a little bit shocked, but also thrilled to share this special episode with all their loyal listeners, whether or not they made it to Dave’s.  Geeks of the Week still anchored the show, with special attention to the new Black Panther and the latest Roblox character to wander the metaverse, plus a fascinating link between a Vulcan and a Time Lord.  Several former guests make live appearances, including - you guessed it - the infamous Mrs. Reed.  And should anyone be brave enough to associate The Guys’ faces with their voices, there is a Facebook Live video to prove that Jay was actually in the room this time.  

Listen, watch, and let the frivolity ensue!  It’s Episode 200!

The issue before them?  When it comes to the genres most discussed on this podcast - superheroes, Star fill-in-the-blank, perhaps a Middle Earth adventure - do they shine more brightly on the movie screen or the CRT (or whatever small screen one might currently be watching)? Quotable comparisons like “Spectacle vs Story” and “Message or Medium” are provided free of charge - no subscription necessary.

Jay also gets schooled on whatever a Kelvin is, another full-filmed project is cancelled, and the Hugh-Ryan rivalry takes an interesting turn.  Listen to this one with big headphones.  

Maybe not, but For All Mankind definitely stirred the imagination and earned 15 stars from The Guys.  (That’s 5 each when we all show up to record.) But perhaps predictions should be left up to The Simpsons, as Jay reports in his Geek of the Week.  Art-soka delivers some Disney+ casting news and Robbie adds to the never-ending announcements from D23.  

Listen to this one.  If not for yourself, for all mankind.  

But in the words of Art, “At least it’s not another deathwatch…”  Since most of the announced shows won’t come till 2023 or 24, we all need something to do until then, right?  How about some audiodrama?  Art and Jay review the genre - are they all fancy names for podcasts?  Or are podcasts a subset of something else?  They talk about their favorites from short series, to pod-movies, to old time radio, including an announcement about a season two of a show that both consider a fave. 

You have permission to listen to those once you’ve caught up with The Guys.  

Answer all your burning questions.  Is Jay taller than Art?  Will Art have a beard?  Will Robbie stay on his phone for the entire taping?  Will mars. Reed show?

Being there is the only way to know for sure!

What, that’s not a new topic?  Well, it may soon be with all the chatter about WarnerMax or DC-very+ or HBOMin, or whatever name they come up with to air the new DC movies and limited series television.  

Oh wait, they’ve cancelled all that?!  Hmmm.  Maybe it’s a good time to evaluate what’s out there after all, and that’s just what The Guys do, with their all-new Streamy Awards, including crowd favorite, “Jay Won’t Ever Cancel It.”  Whatever your favorite or forgotten service, The Guys probably have an opinion about it.  

In the GoW segment, Jay revisits a collection subsidized by Mrs. Reed, Robbie brings news of a new Sandman episode along with speculation regarding its renewal, and Art shares yet another Bat-Cancellation.  This episode could save you money - if so, send it to Jay: he’s still paying for cable.  

 Art wakes up from his antihistamine-induced nap to join The (other) Guys by phone to chat about this adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s classic graphic novel.  Are the portrayals of the TV characters true to the comics?  Will there be more tales told in a second season, and if so, would they watch it?  Perhaps they’ll sleep on it.  

In the Geeks of the Week segment, an actor bows out of a third season, HBO Max kills yet another show, and She-Hulk is finally here, and she’s looking for love in places you might not expect.  

Kamala Khan was introduced to the MCU - that’s Ms Marvel to you - and brought a unique cast of characters, culture, and colorful chaos to the universe - not to mention the cameo.  The Guys explore everything from powers to partitions in this fresh origin story.  

Before the break, Jay announces an astounding retirement (not his own, sadly), Art brings a news digest of scrapped movies and more, and Robbie goes complete nerd with his story of perhaps the most unbelievable “sport” ever aired on ESPN.  And he Excels at it.  

ut they were in the studio talking about a top vacation choice for many guys of a certain age: a cruise.  Jay didn’t have a pony to ride upon his boat, but he did just return from an Alaskan cruise, and aside from a little fog, the only downside was that he had to disembark the ship.  A four-time cruiser, Jay compares his experiences from single guy doing this new dance called the Macarena, to the silver anniversary trip where most of the guests had silver hair.  Meanwhile, Art reminisces about his glory days in the Caribbean. 

In the Geeks of the Week segment, an 80’s talking head makes a return to the screen, and "Holy Cancellation, Batgirl!”, a bajillion dollar movie won’t even make it to Quibi.  Be sure to download this episode before getting on the ship - the wifi stinks.

To make sure everything is up to snuff, they brought in a grilling expert. Wes Shelton is not just a seller of all things involving outdoor kitchens, he knows how to use it all, and has a trophy or two to prove it. Robbie and Jay quiz Wes about his favorite tools for grilling and smoking, get tips on his favorite way to cook a steak, hear about the versatility of grill grates, and take note of common mistakes made by otherwise innocent outdoor cooks.

Art joins them for Geeks of the Week with a toy that is guaranteed to sell at least 3 units - one for each Guy. The Rings of Robbie trailer is released and Jay takes the RunPee app to another level. Light the charcoal, grab your tongs, and get ready to be hungry.

But believe it or not, Art did NOT sing a Presley hit.  To make up for that, they brought in a special guest - someone who actually saw Elvis in concert as an almost-teenager, the infamous Mrs. Reed!  In a nod to Elvis and Gladys, Jay interviews his mother about the concert in Tupelo, her collectibles from Graceland, and her memories of the Elvis era.   This Elvis-ode is not to be missed.  

Excitement has been building for months as everyone waited for the Obi Wan Kenobi limited series to begin, and now the Guys are already looking back and doing a recap. Was it worth the wait?  Was it critical to the canon, or just a diversion?  In fact, is it possible the Star Wars fan base is a bit oversaturated with content?  The Guys talk about the role of Leia, the new face(s) of Vader, the two faces of Reva, and all the cameos.  

But before they get to Tatooine, Jay has a restaurant suggestion in Gotham City, Art talks the re-invention of James Bond, and Robbie had so many geeks it was hard to keep up.  

Even if you’ve had your fill of Star Wars, The Guys are only here once a week, so you may want to listen to this Wan twice.  

But before they wax nostalgic, Robbie and Jay get a word in with Geeks of the Week. Jay mistakes a karate master for a Marvel writer, but is humble enough to admit it, and got a cool graphic novel on sale as a bonus.  Robbie tries to decide if he wants the newest Hasbro Star Wars figurine set, because who doesn’t need another Jawa? Art wonders if 4 hours of Elvis is better than 2. 

Meanwhile, Jay tells of another sequel coming that will be musically inclined, Art informs of a potential Princess Leia hire by Disney that all The Guys support, and Robbie announces an previously unfinished J.R.R. Tolkien book that is in the works.  Sit back in your cockpit and listen.  

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Andy jumps on with Robbie to talk his journey from band director to library and how he launched Guys Book Club and showed Oprah how it's done! Andy discusses the fateful first meeting, some memorable books read and how the club is still going strong over a decade later. Art was out of the studio during this recording, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t have a Geek of the Week, as yet another DC artist passes on.  Jay keeps things in the DC universe with a new-ish podcast about the caped crusader, and Robbie updates Game of Thrones fans with news of a spin-off.  Join the Guys as another guy joins them to talk about what guys should be doing.    

Spoilers abound, by the way, so be sure to watch the movie, all related movies, and prequel television limited series before listening to The Guys ramble on about it for 36 minutes.  Before getting to Strange (or too strange), however, The Guys are getting as pumped up as She-Hulk in a Mach 5 by the thought of being bought out by Team Coco.  Listen now before early retirement (or senility) sets in.  

This one began in a grocery store parking lot, on a t-shirt that Jay happened upon.  To be clear, seeing a dude in a cool t-shirt in a parking lot is not exactly a milestone moment, but it triggered a memory of an event that is unlikely to be repeated (at least in Jay’s lifetime), and even less likely to be forgotten.  It’ll be one of those stories he tells his grandkids even if he can’t remember why he came into the room.  That’s how The Guys are defining signature experiences, and they each have one or two or ten that they share.  

From the Johnson Space Center, to the Ed Sullivan theater, and on to the offices of the Daily Mississippian, The Guys tell tales of wonder.  It’s like the Multiverse (which Nat Geo says might be real, by the way), only different.  Or like traveling to the the world of Pandora, only less blue.  Or like living in a world without iPods.  Wait, that one’s real.  Listen for the details, and be ready to plan your next adventure, GoaCA style.  

And after 6 episodes, they still don’t know much.  What they do know is that Oscar Isaac is a brilliant actor, Ethan Hawke’s foray into the MCU was worth watching, and one shouldn’t make assumptions about hippos in costume.  At the least, the Guys were intrigued, but … spoiler alert … they probably wouldn’t rewatch it.

 In weightier matters, a new Dr. Who is regenerated (or soon will be), the CW “ungenerates” a handful of DC shows, and Canadian mounties are set to experience zero gravity.  The Guys could make this stuff up, but in this case, they didn’t.  At least they can look forward to Kenobi.  

Meanwhile, it’s not just Robbie and the NFL draft in Vegas, it’s also CinemaCon, the convention of movie theater owners who get to hear all the big studios talk about their upcoming movie rollouts.  Then Art and Jay read about it and share it with our listeners.  It’s the next best thing.  

Art had better things to do on this recording day, so Jay and Robbie take to the microphones alone to talk outdoor cooking and generally make themselves hungry.  It doesn’t take much.  From go-to meats to favorite sides, fancy thermometers to new gear on the back porch, they talk of hopes and dreams, smoke and fire, and whether or not Art will ever really invite them over to see his pizza oven.  

Jay brings sad news from the pop culture side of graphic technology, and Robbie finds a way to dress like his soon-to-be favorite space geeks, for just a few dollars less than a Mini Big Green Egg, which is an oxymoron, isn’t it?  Light up the grill and listen, or vice versa.  

In this week’s episode of Guys of a Certain Age, a bizarre instance of life imitating art makes its way into the studio.  Will it mean this is the final episode?  And like the Oscars, would anybody care?  In any case, without having actually watched much more than a few highlights, the Guys still find much to say about this year’s Oscars presentation and lack of presentation.  And Jay has another list of movies he’s supposed to watch.  Or not.  

In the “what to look forward to” segment (aka Geeks of the Week), it’s more violence and mayhem than Disney+ used to allow and a new premiere date for the next Star Wars series.  In the other direction, “what we can’t look forward to anymore”, they reflect on sad news from a modern acting legend, which subsequently leads to more violence and mayhem in the studio.  This one is not to be missed.  

But it didn’t keep Jay and Robbie from descending on the Bat-studio and waxing eloquently about their opinions on the newest Bat-film without him.  Robbie left the theater with strong opinions while Jay departed into the dark night still uncertain.  Will he come to a conclusion?  Does it matter?  Inquiring Arts want to know.  

Meanwhile, back in the light, a dead fictional character gets an actual tombstone, and Ed Norton’s alter ego appears on a rival network in a bizarre twist in the comic universe.  This episode is best heard in a dark cave or a parents’ basement, which may or may not be the same thing.  

In this episode The Guys (of a Certain Age, not the one Guy in the film) chat about the nods to other films (some obvious, some not), the consistency of Mr. Reynolds’ style (Green Lantern notwithstanding), and the plain ol’ fun this movie brought to their otherwise crazy lives.  In other words, Three Guys give a thumbs up to Free Guy.  

And despite the Marvel references in the movie (spoiler alert, sort of), the Geeks of the Week focus largely on DC, as The Batman makes a move to HBO Max and Another Batman (and Superman) get new voices as sidekicks to super pets.  Art’s news may not be a true deathwatch announcement, but it may turn to be the demise of our kids’ free ride on Netflix.  Listen free and listen often.  

This episode is all about those loose ends.  Filling in the blanks that the listeners may not have realized were even there.  From Charlie Brown to Beetlejuice, Scooby-Doo to the F1 racing series, Blue Dog to the Galactic Star Cruiser, they cover it all and somehow still cover not much at all.  

But that doesn’t mean they don’t have a lot to say!  Come on in to the studio, sit a spell, and catch up on all that stuff you didn’t know you missed.    

Especially if that sentence conjured up the memory of your original AOL address, or that night you stood outside your girlfriend’s window holding a boom box because it worked for Jon Cusack.  Admit it or not, even geeks love a rom-com every now and then.  Good Housekeeping’s list of the 60 best rom-coms ever happens to include a couple that even the geekiest nerds may be willing to concede they’ve watched, whether they’re actually rom-coms are not.

A comment by Jay’s wife inspired this discussion/confession with The Guys, as they go down the list and name their favorites, as well as the ones that had the most impact on pop culture.  

In Geeks of the Week, the Guys note the passing of someone who could be considered Star Wars’ most crucial supporter, the shifting of a big mass of Marvel from one streaming service to another, and some interesting Bat-Spinoff announcements.  Listen as The Guys reveal their softer side, and we’re not just talking about love handles.  

Were they met?  Was it worth the seven-ish hours of our lives?  The Guys answer all those questions and more, in a recorded live broadcast from Mos Studio in Tatooine County, Mississippi.  

But before the Star Wars discussion ensues, Jay rides in on a tiny landspeeder, definitely not with the new Mt. Dew in hand.  Mrs. Reed would never allow such.  And did you hear they’re making a new Star Trek movie?  Apparently the actors didn’t either.  The Guys can’t make this stuff up, but they’re not above it.  

s it turns out, it was a pretty cool reason: the premiere of The Loyola Project, a documentary film that Robbie may not have starred in, but definitely has close ties to.  The Loyola University Chicago's basketball team of 1962-63 made history, and the university that employs Art, that Robbie attended, and that Jay paid to give his son mad engineering skills, was a part of that history.  It’s an important story, and Robbie tells us all about it, as well as the really important stuff: Chicago pizza.  

Geeks of the Week tell tales of revived cartoons and the passing of a film director whose most famous movies Jay has actually seen.  

And he took his wife instead of Art and Jay.  So they did an episode without him, and invited a special guest to take his place: Zac Ashmore.  Zac brings us into the world of Rowan Drake, Wolf Slayer, the low fantasy novella he is in the process of writing.  

They talk book research, the writing process, the difference between low and high fantasy, and explain (without too much spoiler) the difference between a dire wolf and a gavir.  (Hint: in Rowan’s world, a gavir is not an antiviral drug.) Meanwhile, back on Planet Hollywood, a new Spider-Verse movie casting is announced, and it has shades of grey.  

And a famous director announces that he’d like to see a little more “relating” in the superhero multiverse.  The Guys aren’t so sure.  This Robbie-less episode is still, somehow, fascinating.  

So maybe this is for everybody else who just needs to up their British TV game.  Between Robbie’s obsession with Dr. Who, Jay’s new Britbox streaming subscription, and Art’s evenings with Masterpiece Theater, they’re now experts in all things airing from Queen Elizabeth’s domain.    At least as much as they are experts in anything else.  Which isn’t a very high bar.  And how did they get to this topic?  

Geeks of the Week will serve as backstory, as the top 20 favorite BBC shows of all time are listed.  You know Who placed pretty high, but Jay makes a case for a show he’s never actually seen.  What else is new?  

Enter The Eternals.  2 hours 36 minutes times 3 people, plus bathroom breaks (no need for the RunPee app in the comfort of home), comes out to at least 8 hours - about a workday - devoted to this movie.  Was it worth it?  Listen as The Guys debate and discuss the strength of characters, the development of the story, and whether or not it was beneficial for dot-connecting future films in the MCU.  Warning: there be spoilers.  

And on this week’s episode, Jay has a lot of Pride in his Geek of the Week while Art really Reaches to come up with one.  Robbie has news from the future of a Celebrity Death Watch to surpass all others.  Don’t worry: it’s not The Guys.  

Only 2 weeks into 2022, and they have come to report their First Five Favorites: the movies and shows that got early nods for The Guys’ attention  (and one football game that Robbie deemed unqualified for such a list as this).  It’s like the first baby born just after midnight on New Year’s Eve, only much less important and The Guys didn’t make the local newspaper.  Struggling with what to watch?  The Guys have you covered, from butter beer to Boba tea.  (Jay still offers his Bowl of Sugar).  

Geeks of the Week take a quantum leap through a new and improved multiverse portal in a Tardis.  Get your 2022 off to a great start…by listening, of course.  

The Guys agreed it had all the things: humor, action, memorable characters,  even a salute to Christmas.  Origin and backstories were neatly juxtaposed with closure for at least one cameo hero.  And let’s not forget the appearance of the King.  No, not Elvis - the other one.  The bad guy.  Is Hawkeye forever a Christmas show, following in the way of Die Hard?  Listeners and Robbie can be the judge of that.  

Meanwhile, back at the Guy-Cave, Art goes to an electronics show (virtually, at least), Robbie reports the potential source of a new GOCA Death Watch segment, and Jay is listening to other podcasts besides this one again.  (Iron sharpens iron, right?) Listen with both Hawk-ears.  

And by now, astute listeners (especially the three in Bulgaria) have surely guessed that this episode is the Guys’ highly anticipated breakdown of the newest Spider-Man movie, No Way Home.  SPOILER ALERT! Yep, they talk about all the Spider-Men, what this means for the future of Peter Parker, Peter Parker, and Peter Parker, and how they (they being Jay) love it when all the old villains come back.  

But that’s not all they’ve been watching.  Art has been catching up with Keanu and Robbie won’t look up.  Jay, meanwhile, has summoned the Tardis so hopefully he can buy some cool gifts for sale in 2016.  Listen once you’ve seen the movie, or heck - who needs a surprise?

But the Best TV selections made up for it, since everybody was still home streaming.  And books?  Well, Jay went out of his comfort zone and listened to an audiobook on sports (pretty broad for a band geek), and science fiction wins the day for Art and Robbie.

More spoilers  - or just a rant? - involving Art’s Arachnid Tingle, Robbie takes on the title, “Lord of the Rap”, and Jay’s already wishing for next year’s Christmas toy.  Welcome to 2022, from Guys of a Certain Age!

People from all over the galaxies will want to come, but there’s only room for fifteen or so extra guests.  So they limit the invitations to Star Wars actors and actresses through the years.  Most of their picks are still living, but the Guys don’t want to be too exclusive.  Listen to see if your name is on the guest list!  Because they know all the Star Wars celebrities are listening.

In Geeks of the Week, be ready for a Hawkeye spoiler, some Star Wars news that may or may not be confirmed by one of the party guests, and a sad goodbye to a talented Monkee.  

It’s the ultimate Christmas party, and the Guys each get 5 invitations (though some honorables are mentioned).  The only criteria is that they must be actors/actresses who have played a role, major or minor, in some sort of superhero movie or show.  

And they didn’t limit it to any particular universe, or to the living, for that matter.  The guest list they came up with is sure to make a party no listener will want to miss.  If only the party could be real.  

Finally, the cord has been cut on Jay’s Netflix DVD plan and the Twitterverse went nuts.  (It was about something else, but seriously - it’s nuts on there.)  To mark the occasion, he shares the last half dozen DVDs watched via Netflix - perhaps the last DVDs ever watched … period.   Then it’s catch-up time.  Jay was intrigued by the recent discussion on a Jay-less episode about Christmas lists, cheap thrills, guilty pleasures (and we’re still talking about gifts, people) and wanted to put in his two cents.  

For the Guys’ listeners in jolly old England, Jay suggests a play in the West End involving a broken shark and three slightly inebriated actors.  Robbie stays closer to home, with the announcement of two new series coming to HBO Max.  There are far less sound effects on this episode, but the milestones abound.  Don’t miss it.  

In summer there are no gingerbread beach house-building contests, it’s a slow period for Reese’s iterations, and the Candy Cane Wonder Twins take the form of Starlight Mints again.  Be it fruitcake or egg nog, everyone has their faves and their absolutely-nots.  In this episode, The Guys prepare for a pre-holiday lunch by talking about iconic holiday foods. 

But before pulling a chair up to the dessert table, Robbie heats up the kitchen with a cookbook from an iconic holiday special, Art alerts the public to a new series bound to heat up Hulu, and Jay cools things down with an announcement about a comic series from the 1990’s that, of course, he just discovered.

Yes, Amazon got in on the game this year, and some of the old favorites like Sharper Image and LL Bean still have a printer in the office, but the OG of Christmas catalogs  - Sears and Roebuck - have gone the way of the dinosaur.  In other words, it’s almost impossible to find a real one, but they are all over the internet. 

In this episode The Guys explore ancient Sears Christmas Wishbooks from days gone by (60’s, 70’s, and 80’s, because those are the decades they remember better than yesterday), thanks to a website that scanned each and every page.  In other news, we learn that Scarlett is making nice with Kevin, Netflix breaks a record, and Robbie can’t take his lightsaber to Disney.  

Note: in most (all?) cases, these are are gifts that Robbie and Art have already received, some as "gifts" to themselves. We offer these as suggestions for that hard-to-buy-for, certain-aged Guy or Gal that may be on your gift list.

For those in similar viewing circles to The Guys (which may be a circle of three), that actor is currently Jeffrey Wright.  Not only is he crossing comic universes with roles in both DC and Marvel creations, he’s also crossing from a voice on a scripted podcast to an animated character. He’s at home in the world of James Bond as well as Dr. Seuss. He’s not made his way into a Star Wars film just yet, but the Force is definitely with him.  

Before the break, Robbie shares what Hideaki Anno is up to these days, Jay talks another DC trailer for a sequel bound to amaze us in 2023, and Art Dogg tries to convince us that his brother Snoop has somehow fo shizzled his way into a Storm Trooper uniform.  

That’s right, good listeners, it’s been that long.  And like B-Art-les and Jay-mes (and Robbie), The Guys thank you for your support.  Meanwhile, back in the desert, it’s time to talk Dune.  The new movie directed by a gentleman with a name only Art can properly pronounce has been released, and The Guys have … mixed feelings?  Listen as they talk actors, compare to previous versions, and discuss climate models.  

And if you get that far, you’ll also hear the Geeks of the Week, including a book series made into a tv show, a tv show made with book in the name, and a comic book company that came and went like the sands of Arrakis.  It’s Episode 150, and the Spice Guys are back.  

Okay, so most of the sensing so far is visual, but then they listen!  That’s right, kids!  Get out your DeCoder rings (imaybe that's what DC stands for?) and gather round the radio - or watch on HBO Max if you sold your radio at a garage sale - it’s time for the Batman Audio Adventures!  Seriously, it’s DC’s first scripted poDCast, and The Guys are pretty excited about it.  As excited as hearts of a certain age can handle, anyway.  Listen as they talk about what they listened to and think you should listen to.  

What if the hosts of this podcast weren’t actually Robbie, Art, and …. What’s his name? What if it’s just Art doing all the voices? This week’s episode asks a lot of “what if” questions and answers virtually none. But The Guys do wax eloquently about the Marvel What If series, talking voices, plot, cohesiveness, favorites…all the things

In the Geeks of the Week segment, Jay returns to the Wonder Years, Art gives an update on Spidey’s rights, and Robbie lets everybody know that they just missed the limited edition toy purchase of a lifetime.  

Meanwhile, in Geek-Land, Jay has a big day, because he loves it when all the people come back.  Babylon Five has been found again, Robotech and Russell Davies return, and Willy Wonka is getting another weboot.  

In this episode Art and Jay look at how far the figurine fascination has flown, beyond the usual suspects of Kenner and McFarlane, now to Jim Shore, Hallmark, and Precious Moments.  Is there a market for this new kind of figurine?  Is the niche being saturated?  Will the wives of the Guys be getting limited edition Precious Moments Batman figurines for Christmas this year?  

Robbie was on the road from the Windy City, but called in his Geek of the Week which probably had something to do with Dr. Who.  It’s a safe bet.  Listen while dusting your toy shelves.  

Robbie has a plethora of Geeks this week, including; a look at the Hawkeye trailer, Haley Atwell's giving up Captain Carter's shield for a certain Tomb Raider's backpack, an irreverent look at Batman and the Wayne family, and a version of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde with strong Dr. Who connections.

In the second segment, the Guys discuss series they're currently binge-watching. Some are new shows, some not quite so new, and one reaches way back to days when we weren't so hard to please. Hulu and HBO Max are this episode's winning streaming services, so see how the Guys' suggestions stack up.

Jay and Robbie stick to the music them of late, and discuss movies that are about music, but aren’t musicals.  Or music documentaries. Just good movies (most of them) that make you want to sing, play, cry, or all of the above.  And per the usual, Jay admitted he hadn't seen a “cult classic” - listen for the sound of crickets when Robbie throws out a reference - so his future appearances on this podcast are once again in jeopardy.  Thankfully, with Art gone, there is little to no singing in this episode.  

Geeks of the Week pay homage to a new holiday special coming soon to a  Bat-avision near you, an update on more movie timeline changes just announced, and perhaps some answers to why the ice cream machine is always broken at a certain fast food restaurant.  But they aren’t naming any Mc-Names.  

Ok, he didn’t really sing, but it’s almost as bad. He actually watched a few episodes of AppleTv+’s streaming musical, Schmigadoon.  Turns out the “you may also enjoy” button that attempts to lure the viewing public into yet another binge ... is sometimes right.  The Guys (even Robbie) talk favorite songs, shout-outs to classic musicals, and the sheer joy it brought to two of them.  

And in Geek news this week, the food guy gets excited over a sweet announcement, Asimov returns to television (but not in a musical), and Captain America gets his wings.  Listen to this one and sing along.  

Mr. Mann takes the true believer through his Silverline journey with slight detours through fairy tales and classic American literature all they ay up to his latest Kickstarter.  And his inside connections on how to get a comic printed quickly.

Plus, Jay is (always) hungry and eager to eat in the newly opened Avengers Campus at Disney’s California Adventure.  Giant croutons, tiny sandwich buns, and perhaps a shawarma with the dude who looks strangely like Tony Stark? Art takes us to a Dark place, a place that used to be a movie and will soon become a television series.  

Robbie is considering travel as well, and is seeking a sponsor for The Guys’ 2022  live broadcast from the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World.  Go ahead - sell some of those NFT’s you’re not using anymore and The Guys will give you a shout-out!  Elite level sponsors will have their names pronounced correctly.  

Never fear True Believers because Geeks Of The Week is also in here!

Jay explains his Geek of the Week process, using a metaphor.  Then he tells a story of a Hot Wheels car - a story that’s only about ten years old, which for him is almost like a current event.  Art brings everybody up to speed on a Widow who’s now saying to Disney, “You’re dead to me,” yet still hoping for an inheritance.  But wait, is Robbie also reaching into the past for his GOW? All the way back to 1975?  Was he even out of diapers then? Rest assured, old or not, his discovery is Fantastic.  

[Robbie's note: The cool Fantastic Four radio plays from the early 70's can be heard at Archive.org. Much more fun than some weird Hot Wheels stuff.]

We also note the passing of Jonathan Rinzler, author of the Making of Star Wars and other favorite behind-the-scenes books.

In the second half, the Guys take a look at what has made Ted Lasso the breakout hit for Apple TV+. And seeking to cash in, Robbie and Art discuss a possible rip, er... SPIN-off, featuring Jay.

With many of the Guys’ favorite shows nominated, albeit in odd categories, this Jayless episode features Robbie and Art making predictions on who will come home with the hardware.

Geeks of the Week include a He-Man series that may not have the power, a Netflix Marvel villain that may be moving to the MCU, and a GI Joe crime that will have you pulling your lifelike hair out.

Though there are definitely Phase 3 carryovers in this kick-off movie, The Guys agree that it was a good overall offering from Feige and Fam: action, ancestry, and angst that Marvel weaved into a solid origin story, as well as opportunities to branch the franchise.  

Despite the importance of this moment, The Guys give plenty of due to Geeks of the Week and more, with super-parodies, musical docs, and a new trailer for Robbie’s candidate for best science fiction story of all time. Robbie also gives respect to a mid-western violinist, then they go completely off the rails talking about billionaires in space. Just another day at the podcast.  

It seems like Loki came and went quicker than a TVA pruning, and it left us with a lot to ponder.  In this episode, The Guys wax semi-eloquently on the subject of the identity of the dude at the edge of time and where he’ll show up next, choose their favorite Loki variant (and for once they all agree), and explore the idea of whether or not it’s creepy for Loki to kiss the female version of himself.  Herself.  Whatever.  (By the way, there be spoilers here, matey.)  

In the Geeks of the Week segment, the three talk Titans, torn toy arms, and taking Netflix in yet another direction.  Listen as The Guys (or their variants) live la vida Loki!

 In this episode, they talk about the reunion many states away that Robbie is headed for, the one Art just had in his backyard, and the one Jay’s mother will attend in the near future.  Family reunions haven’t changed much over the years - there is a cadre of cousins whose names you may not remember, there is an enormous amount of food, and there is bound to be at least one attempt at a family photo.  The Guys chat about how all this has been affected by technology, from catching up with those cousins on social media (if not sneaking a peek at Facebook to recall the kids’ names), to using Apple watches, iPhones and Photoshop to get that picture made.

Unfortunately, we’re still waiting for Star Trek style replicators to do the cooking.  Listen, and you, too, can be part of the Guys of a Certain Age family.  T-shirt not included.  

In this week’s episode, the Guys take a look at historic sports events  - that is, events that they have personally attended, which, of course, in hindsight, made them even more historic.  Some were close to home, with personal meaning, while others required road trips to see Panthers, Pachyderms, and Cubs - oh my.  Take yet another walk down memory lane as these geeks talk sports, mostly observed from the press box or band section.  

They also talk about what’s coming next: who’s going to space on the next private rocket, which body part will Harrison Ford injure in the next classic movie sequel, and what superhero outfit will Jay wear next to the gym.  It’s a good thing this is audio.

MTV has a big birthday coming up, and The Guys get a jump on the celebration. In this episode they relive the theme song, the commercials, the VJ’s, and more - all the things that MTV used to be in their formative years.  Plus a nod to the instigator of reality television shows (hello, Real World), and the genius who convinced Eric Clapton and others to unplug.  They also reminisce about the days when MTV actually played music videos all day long, instead of whatever it is they do now.  

Geeks of the Week look in on Miss Minutes, Jerry Seinfeld, and yet another Disney movie remake based on a ride, based loosely on a TV show.  In other words, this podcast is a show about nothing that takes up listening time.  But for guys of a certain age, what else do you have to do?

In this episode, these Fathers of a Certain Age reminisce about memorable gifts received over the years - the few they can remember, anyway.  The good news is, no neckties were harmed in the recording of this episode.  Perhaps the Time Variance Authority can help restore a memory or two.  

And don’t miss Jay’s audio version of a social media influencer’s unboxing video, revealing the Father’s Day gift from his son.  Also stay tuned for a diverse group of Geeks of the Week, and what is destined to be a regular segment (for 6 weeks, anyway): The Lowdown on Loki.  

During the Geeks section, they discuss the return of two iconic figures, He-Man and a certain Dr. Jones, the passing of a favorite actor, NVIDIA's GPUs, and Krasinski's QP2. 

Some might say there are too many, others might say there are not enough.  Still others might say it’s just right.  (And by the way, be sure to watch out for the spin-off podcast, Three Bears of a Certain Age.)  The Guys talk about the who’s and the how’s of today’s legion of super-shows, then go on record regarding the which’s: which ones to keep, which ones to cut, and which ones they’d like to see more of.  

Also, catch up on what The Guys are binging lately; believe it or not, only 25% of shows mentioned feature people with capes.  

But those are just the most recent and perhaps more famous iterations of a long history of superhero cinema and television.  On this episode, The Guys take a brief look at the history leading up to the common era: the good, the bad, the ugly.  (No, those are not the off-mic nicknames of The Guys.)  

Meanwhile, in the Geeks of the Week segment, they talk past stars getting a reboot, including a Monkee, a Kryptonian, and an on call 80’s pop music duo.

What’s gelato, you ask?  Or at least, how is that fancy Italian word different from ice cream?  That question and many others you never thought of asking are answered in this episode, recorded live at our local gelato shop.  With summer approaching as rapidly as a mosquito diving for your neck, The Guys talk sweet treats: the frozen kind.  Ice cream v. gelato, shave ice v. snow cone (and all the other iterations of tiny bits of ice soaked in brightly colored sugar water), Blast v. Blizzard v. Concrete, even homemade ice cream v. storebought.  They talk definitions, choose favorites, and reminisce about ice cream trucks roaming the neighborhood.  

So grab the frozen delight of your choice, get yourself in an air conditioned room, and prepare to learn.  There will be a pop(sicle) quiz.  

Not long before recording, Robbie went to New Orleans and didn’t invite Jay and Art.  But he sent pix of the meals he was eating, which brought momentary delight to the eyes, followed by long-term envy via the taste buds.  In this week’s rambling… i.e., episode… The Guys talk favorite food destinations.  

Not our favorite local restaurant, but the cities across the country where they love to eat.  New Orleans was a unanimous choice, Chicago came into play, Charleston got a vote - they even talk about what some have declared to be the best fried chicken in Mississippi. (Hint, it’s not your mama’s, but if you want to send some of your mama’s to the studio for The Guys to taste test, DM us for the address.)  

Geeks of the Week focus on expansions of superhero roles, Lord of the Budget, and a new opportunity to fly Jay to one of these food destinations.  Time for a hungry geek road trip.  

In this fiery episode, Jay and Robbie talk about their favorite grilling techniques.  The discussion involves eggs, pork and coffee, but it’s not a breakfast chat.  What goes in the ideal rub, what’s the ideal vehicle for smoking vs grilling, and what will become of the brisket in the back of Jay’s truck?  All your questions are … asked… and some semblance of answers are given.  

Art joins them for another super-hero studded Geeks of the Week segment, including a new old Superman, a Marvel movie with more rings than the Olympics, and a Bautista manifesto.  Plus, the eerily regular RIP segment conjures up some bizarre imagery from kid shows gone by.  

Falcon and the Winter Soldier is complete after a brief six-episode season, and it ended in dramatic fashion, as expected.  In this episode, The Guys talk suits with stars, Madripoor tzars, and dudes behind bars.   Rich with character development, complicated backstories, and up-to-the-minute ponderings of social issues, F/WS is definitely a series worth watching.  And with Falcon’s new role as you-know-who (spoiler alert), a new Captain America movie has been announced.  

Meanwhile, in the actual universe, it’s Apple season, and there aren’t a lot of new varieties to pick.  And Jay is looking for a sponsor so he can afford an Autoking Mark 5 helmet in lieu of a mask.  

No, they’re not talking about Y2K.  These disasters were real.  Art is even more dedicated than ever to doing good backups,  and Jay has a firm life rule: no sweet iced tea within a five foot radius of his laptop.  And be sure to keep your eye on the family iguana.  

In the Geek of the Week segment, a certain bat-actor is confirmed for an upcoming movie, though he could easily be unconfirmed and reconfirmed before this episode drops.  Marvel fans have a holiday special to look forward to, and Netflix now has their own superhero team.  

In the RIP segment, Art shares the loss of a famous robot, an Ewok, and a short hairy dude, who are actually all the same person.  Be sure to back up all your Guys of a Certain Age episodes before your next tech disaster hits!

That would be gas stations, by the way. Perhaps even truck stops.  They don’t just sell fuel for your vehicle, anymore.  In fact, some may be more famous for their high octane fuel for the body.  And we’re not just talking about Buc-ee’s, because we don’t have one in Mississippi, yet - though that is certainly a good option if where you’re going sends you by one of those.  In The Guys’ neck of the woods, it might be the fried chicken and jo-jo potatoes (aka tater logs, or potato wedges for you fancy-talking folk) in the station across the street from the Guys of a Certain Age World Headquarters and State-of-the-Art Broadcast Studio.  

In this episode, the chatter in your earbuds is liable to tickle your tastebuds, as they talk about their favorite gas station food, what to look for if you really want the good stuff, and how to make a Koolickle.  Regional specials and a little history are also included, free of charge!

Anyway,  on this exciting episode, teams are actually the topic.  One might say, The Guys are the Team Titans.  With the Avengers and Justice League off the proverbial table - because they get plenty of press already - this time the focus is on other supe groups that deserve the attention of an award-winning podcast.  Or this one.  Do you watch the Watchmen?  Are the Teen Titans all grown up now?  What are the Defenders defending?  And The Boys - well, that one is not for boys.

The Guys are pumped for what they hope is coming down the pipeline (once the pipeline gets caught up): the X-Men as a bigger part of the MCU, and the fourth Fantastic Four film actually being fantastic.  If not, we at least know the Incredibles are indeed incredible and Zemo can dance.  

The Geeks of the Week segment features new movies that are being made and old projects that are being abandoned, at least in our timeline. 

Meanwhile, in the Geek of the Week segment, Jay covers a Marvel nod to Star Wars, Art reports news from DC’s casting office, and Robbie shares a new audio series about You-Know-Dr-Who.  All the bases are covered.  There may not be any Justice League sequels, but this podcast will go on.  And on.  And on.  

Meanwhile, Robbie seems to have finally come to the point of disconnecting his satellite (and the bill that comes with it).  Art, of course, left the world of cable TV many moons ago, with no regrets so far.  The big questions: Will Jay actually give up his Netflix DVD subscription, and will Netflix survive if he does?  Will Robbie succumb to a last minute sweet deal from his satellite TV provider?  And will Art lobby for the return of DC Universe?  

Are five streaming services too many or just right?  These and many more questions will be discussed but probably not answered.  Remember: The cord you cut could be your own.  

WandaVision was a show unlike any other in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and as it honored television shows of a certain age, The Guys were right there reminiscing.  

And those questions?  Well, now there are more.  Check out this episode as they summarize, wander, and vision cast for the next MCU events to come.  And in the Geek of the Week segment, memories flow regarding a piece of technology that set the stage for modern playlists, only to be rewound using a number 2 pencil.  

Things get started with a couple of geeks of the week, both featuring giants of the silver screen. Godzilla, Kong, AND George Lucas- need we say more? (Apparently, we did but you'll have to listen.)

In this episode, they move from talking ad nauseam about superheroes, Star Wars characters, Oscar contenders and the actors that represent them, and focus on how those actors get from place to place on screen.  That’s right, they’re talking trains, planes and automobiles - sans the trains and planes.  In fact, they’ll pontificate on the idea that some of the cars and trucks we see on the big and little screen are not just fast: they could very well be furious, actually functioning as characters in the film.  Herbie.  Christine.  Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.  Others are just as memorable for other reasons.  Batmobile (pick one).  Delorean (flux capacitor required).  Anything James Bond drove.  

Jay tells of a semi-local museum where some of these cars actually live … and breathe.  Lots of Superman talk in the Geeks of the Week segment from Robbie and Art, and Jay explains the Disney Trifecta.  Spoiler: it’s not the three of them.  

Meanwhile, back in Westview, Wanda is up to more shenanigans and The Guys catch up just a wee bit faster than Vision himself.  And in recent days the broadcast world lost an iconic personality and voice.  Love him or hate him, Rush Limbaugh became the face of talk radio, and perhaps even the grandfather of podcasting; and for that, at least, we are thankful.

 Listen as they reminisce about board games coming to life (not Jumanji…the other one), and pontificate on what they know about WandaVision thus far.  

At least that’s what those companies are hoping, the ones that dished out millions of dollars to the network and the celebrity spokespeople to get their message out to the masses.  

The Guys did watch the game, but this time the pauses and skips were through the action, and the real attention was paid to the commercials in between.  They talk favorites, they talk surprises, they talk disappointments.  And they ask the deep questions: Are Beavis and Butthead really coming back?  Why did Travolta agree to do a TikTok dance on the greenest lawn you’ve ever seen?  And will Matthew McConaughey escape the vending machine alright, alright, alright?  

Geeks of the Week focus largely on remakes, and also asks a deep question: do we need a trailer for a trailer?  Listen and get no answers save the desire to climb a mountain just to see a captain dance.  

And they’ve been working for a long time. 

In this episode, they share memories of their first jobs, back when they were just wee lads pushing machines that spin blades fast enough to cut off a limb (botanical or bodily, as it happens), waving flags at speeding tractor trailers, and hand-spraying crops with unidentified chemicals. 

And you thought they were crazy now.  

And despite the differences in musical taste, there is some surprising overlap (if you don’t count the buttons Jay has been too lazy to change from the previous owner of his truck.)  Is terrestrial radio dead as was predicted with the advent of the satellite systems?  Not as long as it’s free, old friends, just like this podcast.  Meanwhile, on the telly, it’s Oscar time - or is it?  And will the Oscars be recognizable by the time they actually arrive?  

Thankfully, there will be Babylon 5 to keep our eyes busy, and talk of Buck Clooney to keep our imaginations buzzing until the 25th century.  Radio is here to stay, and The Guys love their Sirius XM - but be sure to binge listen to all the episodes before sailing away on Yacht Rock to Margaritaville with the Beatles.

This week The Guys jump on a couple of geek headlines, the breaking news regarding shifts (and giggles) in the rapidly evolving world of streaming, both video and audio.  The rumor mill leaked the possibility that Apple may be considering a paid podcasting subscription service.  How would that affect podcasting?  How much would you be willing to pay to hear three aging geeks ramble on every week?  The Guys recommending binging the archives now.  

Netflix also announced that there would be a new movie released every week during 2021.  Is this a comeback attempt in these days of too many streaming services?  How will that play on a playah’s player?  The Guys answer all your questions, and raise even more.  And they do it for free, every week.  You’re welcome, for now.  

Of course, this show is far, far away, which gives The Guys plenty of time to save up all those advertising dollars (sorry - pennies) to join the CSA. 

In the meantime, they make their case for who should be re-cast in the iconic roles (Luke, Leia and Han) as well as many others likely to be part of this new event. 

In the Geek of the Week segment, Jay gives Art a break from his usual Celebrity Undertaker role, and in turn Art likes it when a particular actor comes back.  Meanwhile, Robbie give us 220 million reasons to remember our passwords.  

The Mandalorian, Season 2, is over and boy did someone come back for that one.  Return of the Jedi, indeed. The Guys talk about everything from  the significance of Luke’s grand re-entrance to the quality of the de-aging technology.  But that wasn’t the only light at the end of the dark tunnel that was 2020.

 WW84 finally arrived, and with it the return not just of our gal, Gadot, but also the one she pined for: Steve Trevor.  Was WW84 the blockbuster we all hoped it would be?  Or was it mostly a refreshing visit back to the 80’s for guys and gals of a certain age?  

In the GOW segment, Jay continues to revisit the 80’s in his home theater, Robbie speaks of drone enlightenment, and Art the Celebrity Undertaker causes yet another well of tears.  (Or a tear for wells?) This one has all the back, and we’re not just talking fanny packs.  

Either way, that’s how they decided to drown the sorrows of 2020: pick their favorite movies of the past decade as Father Time trades his Depends for a Pampers and starts fresh in 2021. 

As they discover, it was a pretty good decade for geeks: Marvel was at the top of the super hero game, Star Wars put out another trilogy and two back-stories, and DC - well, we’ll see how the Snyder Cut works out.  And to make this ten year celebration complete, Jay discovers a new YouTube channel that’s only been around nine of those years.  

With that in mind, The Guys decide to tackle a decade’s worth of television.  Jay and Art each share their top show with a couple of honorable mentions. 

Robbie has three faves and twenty alternates.  Buckle up and get your pen-pencil-stylus, there’s a lot of tv-watching to catch up on.  And just because some fancy website makes a list of the 50 best shows of the last ten years, it doesn’t necessarily mean they are the ones The Guys are recommending. 

Be sure to listen for the Geek of the Week trifecta: Mario Lopez, Boba Fett and a nightstand from the future.  (Nobody said those were the best of the decade.)

In this episode, Art reveals his plans to convert a room into a legit home theater, while Robbie and Jay give their suggestions on how to make it into the greatest home theater environment of all time.  (Jay’s still working on the bathroom situation.) 

In the Geek of the Week segment, Art and Robbie discuss breaking news related to some of the content that might be viewed in the aforementioned home theater, while Jay comes up with a plan to print the popcorn.  

That means they talk together about the current season of The Mandalorian. (What did you think that meant?) No, the season isn’t over but they decided too many cool things were happening in that universe to wait.  New characters show up, names of little green people are revealed... it’s kind of a big deal.

In other news, Jay is one YouTube video away from understanding the Star Wars timeline, HBOMax makes a big announcement, Art mourns the loss of yet another iconic actor, and Robbie catches us up on Marvel news

But maybe, just maybe, this is the first podcast you’ll hear about it, thanks to Robbie’s…uh…dedication to getting the listeners all the news they need to choose which streaming service to keep in the lineup.  And clearly, that is Disney+.  

Listen, and you just might get as excited as the Guys!

#Disney

#DIsney+

#StarWars

#Marvel

#Ashoka

#WandaVision

#RogueSquadron

#SecretInvasion

Iconic intros aren’t just backdrops for catchy tunes and a list of executive producers; the best ones stand alone.

This week The Guys talk about their favorite intros, from Bart Simpson to the Prince of Bel-Air, from Mad Men to the Wonder Years - and that’s just in their introduction! 

For almost two years they have rambled and ranted about all these geeky and nerdy and somehow, someway, they keep finding things to talk about.  (At a certain age you forget what you’ve talked about eventually, so that helps.)  

To celebrate this gravestone - er, milestone - they take listener questions, share how they got started, and generally Marvel about how their Empire has grown almost as fast as their Dr’s appointments have multiplied.  (Which doctor?  Dr. Who, of course.)

But is it space opera, space fantasy, space western, or just space between the ears of The Guys where intelligent life should be?  Is it science fiction, science fantasy, or some subgenre of a subgenre?  It’s yet another ed-Jay-cation opportunity where Robbie and Art shed some light (or throw some shade?) on the differences between all the novels and movies and TV shows Jay might have time to watch if he retires soon.  (Neither is likely.)  

The world is shaken (not stirred) at Connery’s passing.  But as true fans know, he also made a great king, Robin Hood, astronaut, sub captain, explorer, writer, and overall hero.  Not a bad career for a former coffin-polisher.  

Before The Guys get to serious Sean business, they geek out on Oreo security, the cool things you find when moving houses, and the perpetuation of a Marvel rumor they’d like to see come true.  

Well, real might not be the right word.  The Guys are marking the anniversary of Orson Welles’ broadcast of the H.G. Wells story with a look to the history of the event, the movies that came later, and Art’s involvement in a current iteration.  

In the Geeks of the Week segment, Art just can’t escape DC Universe, Jay talks big-time dollars, Robbie schedules his 2021 Saturday mornings, and cousin-of-the-show Mervin calls in with a kinda and gentle response to Jake’s gaming opinions.  

From Match Game to the Wheel of Fortune, these shows are entertainment and education and let’s face it - we’re addicted.  

Let’s make a deal: listen to this episode and we promise to tell the truth.  

Don’t know which new system to buy?  Jake knows all.  Jake tells all. Then the Guys turn to Halloween.  Jay thinks it’s really just another chance to celebrate all things Reese’s, and tells the tale of his most memorable costume party, where he won the prize for “Favorite Among 2-year-olds.”  

Robbie guides the Guys through their favorite Halloween-themed movies - thankfully, they don’t have to be horror to be enjoyed on All Hallows Eve.  

Geeks of the Week include news about Spiderman 3, Wonder Woman 84, Lord of the Rings, The Expanse, and of course, Captain Janeway.

And then...get ready. Robbie and Art are here to chew bubble gum and .... talk scary movies, and they're all out of bubble gum.

The Guys are joined by horror movie aficionado, Brittany "the Boss" Goss, who shares her favorite horror movies and thoughts on just what makes a good scary flick. Robbie and Art share some of their favorites as well, so check it out and see if we're frighteningly close or off in some phantom dimension when it comes to your own selections. 

Jay’s geek-dom when it comes to all things food is fully manifested in an interview with T.J. Manna, a local baker-cook-pastry chef: in other words, a full-on food nerd.  

They talk baking of all sorts, with a special focus on how many days it takes to make a croissant.  A real one, anyway.  Join us for this special episode in the Jay Culinary Multiverse (TM), and be sure to stick around for the speed round.  

You know, movies like Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure, Mystic Pizza, or War Games?  Maybe not.  Maybe we just wished they were.  Meanwhile, we aged, the actors aged, and now we are left to wonder (perhaps because the Guys have too much time to think), where would those characters be now?  Are the Goonies still friends?  Did they spend all their treasure in one place?  

Sometimes we get to find out…or we will when theaters fully reopen…with Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Cobra Kai, Top Gun: Maverick, and most importantly, Bill & Ted Face the Music.  

This week Jay and Art imagine what life might look like for the folks from St. Elmo’s Fire and the Princess Bride, and Robbie…well, Robbie didn’t quite get the memo, but has lots to say about Mad Men.  And since it’s his studio, they let him.  

Robbie and Art soldier on without him, dispensing Geeks of the Week knowledge on the new WandaVision trailer, a possible Spinal Tap sequel, and an old CRT television set that wipes out WiFi in Wales — or at least a small village there.

Art converts wine to wind, Jay gets back to nature with a side of gas, but Robbie - Robbie took science fairs seriously. He may not have been cool, but his project definitely was. He started in third grade and truth be told, is probably still working on it. 

Geeks of the Week range from Pod-Way musicals, a table read with a blast from the past, and at last we find out who will play She-Hulk. And that's a relief: one day they may need a good green lawyer.  Break out that volcano in your attic and reminisce with the Guys.  

The non-stop action begins with a Geek of the Week segment that finds Art and Robbie remembering the late Diana Riggs of the Avengers (the other ones) and looking forward to the upcoming Disney series, Kenobi.

The roller coaster thrill ride continues with a look a the new Dune trailer, a history of trailers, and personal recollections of memorable trailers. You won't want to miss this episode, coming soon (well, now) to your favorite podcast platform.

The world appears to be opening up as the curve shows signs of flattening (hello, flat earth fans and listeners!), but is the world we are opening up to the same one we had when it closed?  Art checks in for the Geek of the Week segment from parts unknown, then signs off for the holiday weekend.

That leaves The Boys (just keeping it real) to ponder out loud the changes that have come in life, business, and eating - especially the eating - and prognosticate a bit about whether or not those changes will stick around in the universe of the new normal.

The geeks' geeks include an ode to the father of Scooby Doo, a documentary about a decade's old fan film (on VHS!), and the direction of Jay-fav Quibi after he dumped them unceremoniously a few eps back.

No guys were harmed in this recording.  But we wouldn't remember if they were anyway. You'll have to listen to verify...

The subject is breakfast cereal, and the guest is Art’s lifelong friend, George Abide. George is in the food biz, and has an insider’s philosophy of cereal. Yep, that’s right.  It’s finally time to talk about what we all loved (maybe still love?) to eat while watching those Saturday morning cartoons we recently discussed.  

Culture, relationships, and individuality are all part of the picture.  And you thought it was just about sugar-coating, tiny marshmallows, and toys in the box.  Listen as they dig deep in the cereal bag to find the prize.  

Finally, they are talking cartoons, and it's not just The Clone Wars or Batman, the Animated Series.  Nope, this collection of rambling thoughts is all about classic Saturday morning cartoons (and a few live action shows, just to keep it interesting.)  The late 60's, 70's and early 80's were the golden years of cartoons and if they appeared on one of the major networks on a Saturday, you can bet one of the Guys was up early watching it. 

From Jonny Quest to Grape Ape, the Guys sacrificed that precious childhood sleep just so they could sit too close to the television for hours on end.  Naturally, you're going to want to listen to them talk about it for at least half an hour, right?

Art departed to departs unknown (aka Georgia), so it's up to Jay and Robbie to guide the listeners to all of summer's favorite edibles.  They cover everything from strawberries (and ice cream), peaches (and ice cream), tomatoes (no ice cream), to corn.  (Yes, Jay has made corn ice cream before, but this episode focuses on the grilled variety.)

Belly up to the podcast with your audible appetite and get hungry with the Guys. 

The Guys wax nostalgic about the 2009 Snyder feature film and compare notes on HBO’s recent-ish television sequel.  All the Watchmen didn’t come back in the TV series, but there were enough to convince Jay to get HBO Max .. for a little while, at least. 

(Caution: spoilers abound, but what’s new?)

If you didn’t hear that line while watching Hamilton on Disney+ on July 3, it’s okay - they sing really fast. Yes, that’s right, the most talked-about musical of the past half-decade finally made it to the small screen, and just in time to give Disney+ the post-Mandalorian boost they needed. And now that the Guys have taken it on as a topic, their ratings and subscriptions are bound to skyrocket. (Disney+, that is. Maybe the podcast, too?) The Guys talk word count, history, awards, and yes - a little tech.

Listen without worrying - Art and Jay don’t sing on this one. Much.

With the help of a random British website, they give their takes on the best remakes from film and television history, dating all the way back to 1902, when they were just wee lads making a podcast with cans and string. (Why does this sound familiar?) Who knew Oceans 11 was a remake? (Okay. I see what's happening...)

Apparently, everybody but Jay, so what’s new. This episode may actually be new, but it may not be much improved. Still, it’s not one to miss! Again.

With the help of a random British website, they give their takes on the best remakes from film and television history, dating all the way back to 1902, when they were just wee lads making a podcast with cans and string.

 Who knew Oceans 11 was a remake?  Apparently, everybody but Jay, so what’s new.  Jay also breaks into song in this episode, so it’s not one to miss!  On the other hand, there’s a good chance it’ll be remade.  Or just erased.  So listen now before it’s too late.

https://www.musicmagpie.co.uk/movie-remakes/?utm_content=mentalfloss.com

The choices run the gamut, from dark to funny, zombies to aliens, animals to robots,  color to black and white, wars to rumors of wars.  Thankfully, some of the predicted ends have passed their expiration date and those disasters were avoided.  Or were they?  

The only way to find out is to listen, preferably from a nuclear-zombie-alien-proof bunker.    

Well, the Guys are not back in space, though they might sound spaced out from time to time.  But the good ol’ USA is back to sending astronauts to low Earth orbit, and they were sent in a souped-up Tesla.  The Guys talk all things SpaceX, from the technology to the designer spacesuits - especially the spacesuits.  

Listen and celebrate the launch of the Dragon capsule and Robbie’s semicentennial birth anniversary, both equally worthy.  

But it’s still a “rite of passage,” or at least that’s what Robbie and Art convinced Jay.  Enough to have him shell out $3.99 and rent it so he could keep up with the conversation and ask semi-intelligent questions.  

The Guys talk old Dune movie, upcoming Dune movie, Dune-related television, and the classic Dune book.  Dune fans, this one’s for you; listen if you’re not dune anything else.  

At recording time, the world (we’re sure) was celebrating the 40th anniversary of what may arguably be the best movie sequel ever: Star Wars’ Return of the Jedi.  This movie could also have one (or two) of the most-quoted lines in Hollywood history (at least among us geeks and nerds), and introduces the most lovable (and dangerous) Muppet ever to grace the big screen. 

It’s a big one, deserving an episode of its own.  

So be a guy (or lady) of a certain age, put on your big boy (or girl) pants (or slacks) and watch the doggone movies.  End the disbelief Art and Robbie exclaim weekly when Jay still hasn’t seen Shaun of the Dead.  Get in on the private jokes and memes the movies with the best plot twists have cemented into our cultural vocabulary.  

This week the Guys talk spoilers, plot twists, and reveal the identity of the mysterious McGuffin.  Listen now before someone spoils it for you!

Graduates in 2020 (including Robbie's eldest from high school and Jay's from college) have had an unexpected finish, and instead of prom and tossing those funny hats, they will reminisce about online classes, virtual graduation and Zoom assignments.  The Guys thought this would be a good time to revisit their senior years - the good, the bad and the ugly.  (You get to figure out who's who.) Listen as they walk down - and stumble- memory lane, straight through the 1980's.    

Which ones have stood the test of time?  Which ones did we desperately want as kids, but couldn't afford until we were adults with disposable income, ebay, and understanding wives?  Listen to this one in your playroom, man cave, or wherever secondary-market-collectible-mint-in-box toys are sold.  

How many times have you heard two of our co-hosts exclaim in surprise to the third, "You haven't seen that?"  Truth be told, though, we all have shows that have large fanbases, great Nielsen ratings, coveted advertising slots - even national conventions dedicated to one show - and yet, they just don't appeal to us. 

That's the conundrum The Guys talk about in this episode. Which "must watch" shows fall into the "I just don't get it, therefore I just don't watch it" category?  Or maybe we gave up after one season or one episode, even if those shows are in the top 5 TV shows of all time.  Prepare to be show-shamed.  Or not.  

In this week's episode, they mourn the loss of a mad cartoonist, explore the possibilities of yet another streaming service, and debate the value of spoilers.  Random?  Of course.  What else do you expect?  Next, they tackle the perplexing problem of perpetuity.  In other words, Robbie is force-feeding old movies to his sons during quarantine, and some hits of previous decades have not proven worthy today.  Jay and Art throw a few movies in the ring, too, that they’ve revisited or finally had time to watch during these weird, weird, days.  

And this week they give their takes on a handful of technological breakthroughs that have now, essentially, put on the brakes.  From lightsaber apps, to aux cords connected to cassette tape adapters, to Billy Bass, to Netflix DVD’s (hey…wait a minute…), the Guys reminisce about gadgets and such that were at one point essential “personnel” but have since been sent home.  

When it comes to Geeks of the Week, Robbie says it’s hip to be Square, Jay’s still playing with high-end legos, and Art is ready to join (or at least watch) the Space Force.  Call the delivery guy, grab a donut chicken sandwich, and listen.  

We’re all doing lots of things online, we’ve given up watching actual live sporting events, and we’re spending a lot of time indoors away from other people.  In other words: normal life for many in the geek-nerd community.  

Who better than the Guys to help you find fun things to do in quarantine?  This week they go really old school and talk about their favorite games past and present, and they’re not talking about Pac-Man.  It’s time to dig out the board games and all those decks of cards.  Now it's about Fishbowl,  Spades, Uno, Dutch Blitz, Rook, and marathon Monopoly.  If Amazon doesn’t have them, your local antique store probably does.  

And of course, there are some suggestions about things to watch besides college football reruns, including an updated YouTube video from the stars of Shaun of the Dead.  And yes, the microphones were a safe distance apart.  

With phones and RunPee off the table, the banter turns to smart speakers, reading aids, and chicken thermometers.  And in a classic moment of a certain age, they talk CPAP.  But first, it’s the Geeks of the Week.  The Dr. Who season finale just aired, and even Jay saw the chatter (though not the episode).  The corona virus affects an anticipated movie release, and 100 per cent autonomous human flight is literally on the horizon.  

And an exciting secret from the previous episode is revealed.  

This week the Guys bring out the intel on Jack Ryan, Tom Clancy's CIA analyst turned field agent turned President of the United States. (And no, we don't mean Alec Baldwin's current portrayal of Trump.)

They take a look at the actors who have played Ryan on the big screen and in the new Amazon Prime series and, performing some analysis of their own, rate their favorites. They also rank the Jack Ryan movies and uncover some interesting facts about some of the supporting characters and who portrayed them.

Geeks of the Week include Jay's take on The Batman costume and some interesting facts about it and the upcoming movie. Art talks about becoming a huge Rian Johnson fan after seeing Knives Out and completely forgiving him for The Last Jedi (maybe). Robbie extols the virtues of Plex, an incredible media center application he is using to serve his video library that currently includes hundreds of movies and TV shows, but oddly no Jack Ryan.

Thankfully we have Chortlecast co-host Jake back in the studio to help us navigate these strange new computer-generated worlds.  If you’re like Jay, and think the Wii is still the latest and greatest out there, or you still keep your Palm Pilot charged so you can play Tetris, Jake has suggestions.  (And one of them is not necessarily a membership to Gamefly.) They talk systems, games, exclusivity, hardware, software.  They talk definitions (such as ecosystem and love child) and acronyms (like MMO).  Think of it as a tutorial - Gaming for Geezers.  

In the Geek of the Week segment, Robbie expounds on all the television streaming services available, and gives an expert opinion on how You should watch the Tube, once you’ve finished listening to all the podcasts.  

In this episode, The Guys go down the list of Oscar nominees, winners, and in some cases, non-nominated-but-should-have beens, and tell you all you need to know about the 92nd annual Academy Awards. And maybe some things you didn’t.  They even talk Razzie nominations,  though there were more “I didn’t see that” admissions from that list than the Oscars.  (Jay still defends his enjoyment of Cats in this segment.)  The Razzies served as Robbie’s Geek of the Week, as Art mourned the loss of a Wild, Wild West star and Jay asked the question: How many Quibi’s will it take before this podcast is over?

But the Big Game, the Superest of Bowls, happened yesterday, in all its advertising glory.  The Guys had big plans to talk about the relevance of championship games across sports in general, with how the Super Bowl fit into that, but mostly they just ended up talking about the commercials.  And they were awesome.  Most of them, anyway.  Will “these dudes” buy anything as a result of the millions spent on ads?  Unlikely.  But they still got a kick out of talking about them.  

Plus, in the Geek of the Week segment, Art sits in the captain’s chair and Jay rambles on about a study on pizza-slicing.  Sorry, no commercials.  

In this episode the Guys look forward to all sorts of cinematic wonders in the year to come.  Marvel?  Eternally covered.  DC?  It's a Wonder-ful world.  Bond?  Finally.  Maverick is back, with Kenny in tow. Even the Ghostbusters return from the dead. 

And that doesn't even include all the streaming series that Art and Robbie think Jay needs to watch just to catch up. (Be sure to listen for the shocking revelation that even with an extended Disney+ subscription, Jay may still be the lone Netflix DVD customer.)

But first, Geeks of the Week take a turn toward the cinematic, with Robbie's raving about the Morbius trailer, Jay's defense of his right to see AND enjoy Cats, and Art's fascination with the unique photography used in the movie 1917.

After explaining to Jay who Morbius is, they move on to New Year's Resolutions.  Art's got a comic project in mind, Jay's resolutions go nu-clear, and Robbie - well, we're not quite sure.  Something about [REDACTED] which then led to a discussion of the best TV's for Superbowl viewing.  Buckle up, fans of juvenile BS, lots of ground is covered on this one!

This week the Guys show their true dedication to the podcast.  As a group, with sons in tow, they all went to see The Rise of Skywalker (Jay saw all but 3 minutes of it), then hopped in their landspeeders and dashed directly to the studio to record their thoughts (aka rambles) on the final movie of the Star Wars series.  Allegedly.  

Buckle up for “bonus" minutes of their conversation, and yes - THERE ARE SPOILERS AFOOT!  

But not before Robbie and Jay bring in a genuine teen chef to talk about holiday meals.  While Art left so he could actually make it home in time for dinner, Mark Coblentz took his seat at the microphone to talk family food traditions.   Mark happens to be Robbie’s son, but we don’t hold that against him.  His resume includes Chopped Jr., MasterChef Jr, Wonderama, Making a Chef, and now he’s reached the pinnacle of his career: guest appearance on Guys of a Certain Age.  And he makes it through the entire episode without being grounded!  

It’s the golden anniversary, the Jubilee episode: Guys of a Certain Age is 50!  

And what better to discuss on such an auspicious anniversary than a variety of random topics.  Skywalker is about to rise, Christmas TV episodes are showing, Threat Level Midnight makes its debut, and somehow we still work in Dr. Who (a brief mention) and Isaac Asimov.  Jay shares a couple of mind-blowing things he’s learned since beginning this journey, and Art gives a mini concert.  Join us for an episode we never saw coming.

Even the Geeks of the Week are screen-related: Robbie talks about Crisis on Infinite Earths, Jay found a Netflix show about toys, and Art mentions the new Wonder Woman 1984 trailer.  Then they dive into a spirited discussion of must-watch Christmas movies.   Robbie’s choice is a hill to die hard upon, Jay’s fave relates to a collection he has (no shock), and Art goes deep into the archives to find movies made way before even they were born.  Listen - then watch.  

Ironically, on the day the Guys decided to talk about tech fails, the podcast equipment went a little squirrelly  But they (and by "they" we mean Robbie) got it working again so they (and by "they" we mean all the Guys) could get their curmudgeon on and grip about the ups and downs of society's dependence on technology. 

Be it fruit-based upgrade requirements or simple power outages, tech fails are inevitable, and the Guys have something to say about it.  

They chat about cheese choices and ponder the pineapple as an acceptable topping. Jay says there’s no bad pizza, only varying degrees of goodness, but Robbie throws him a St Louis curve.

Then there’s the battle between chain and local. And the winner? Pizza. And, of course, our listeners. 

Or is it?

Now that we’ve just about made it through the year, the Guys take a look at the pictures painted by that and other movies and discuss how many things they got right, and how much they absolutely missed.

In their Geek o’ the Week segment, Robbie gets transparent, Jay is looking forward to a feline film that doesn’t involve Catwoman, and Art pontificates on the finer points of celebrity Halloween costumes.

In the Geek of the Week segment, Jake shares his plans for a livestream fundraising event to benefit the Blair E Baston Children’s Hospital, and we try to picture a bald Jake. Robbie shares a recent story about NVIDIA AI applying deepfake technology to your pet's pictures. Is NOTHING sacred?

Apparently not... Inspired by the recent statements by famed directors, Martin Scorsese and Francis Ford Coppola, the Guys give their takes on what defines "Cinema." Will you think it's funny? Will it amuse you? Or will the Guys end up sleeping with the fishes? Tune in and see.

Fortnite pulls a marketing coup with a server upgrade and Jake joins Jay and Robbie to explain. Then he joins in to talk favorite fast foods and the shades of fast food dining. Spoiler alert: everyone loves Chick-Fil-A.  What comes in second? Third? What is really fast food? What would Art think? (Cause he ain't on the show.)

And avoid FleaShack at all costs....

Thanks for listening! 

Two lucky Guys actually get to host a podcast with Robbie!  But aside from other podcast hosts, all the Guys have had plenty of celebrity interactions, whether they can be proven by photographic evidence or not. 

The Guys also brought back the Geek of the Week triple threat: Art participates in Inktober (and explains it to the rest of us), Jay's getting geared up to play vintage arcade games (and learns a valuable lesson about terminology), and Robbie...well, he's just watching more TV.  Sit down with your favorite celebrity and listen!

And they still have opinions.

Each of the Guys attended perennial power schools where the football teams ranked second only to the mighty marching bands most of the crowds came to see. Oh, and let's not forget the guy holding the banner.

This is a test of the Rebel Broadcast System. Robbie has been temporarily ... relocated ... and Art and Jay have taken over the podcast. As Ole Miss graduates living and working in the shadow of Mississippi State, they felt it was time to tell their stories of how every week is rivalry week. Prepare your ears and hearts for Art's story of a broken Thanksgiving dinner, and tales of Jay's mother and her renegade activities in the choir loft.

Don't worry, good listeners, Robbie is safe and he still owns the studio. He'll be back.

But while those brain cell are still clicking, the Guys look at the history of experiencing college football through the lens of evolving technology. From leather helmets to the ESPN app, they’ve seen it all and can watch it over over again if they want. Okay, maybe they don’t go quite that far back, but they do remember actually having to watch games in real time - even before the advent of the VCR.

All efforts to convince Jefferson Pilot to sponsor this episode came to naught.

That is the question upon which the Guys pontificate this week.  Jay reaches way back to his childhood dreams of being an archeologist.  (Spoiler: that didn't happen. Not enough air conditioning.) Art had visions of writing his own comic strip, and actually came pretty close.  Robbie said: Grow up?  Where's the fun in that?  Listen as they dream in reverse.

At the "core" of this episode, the Guys share their personal experiences with Apple through the years. In addition to the first products they used, find out which hardware or software innovation each Guy considers to be a true gamechanger in their lives.

Netflix Releases Formal Binge-Watching Contract to Stop Couples From Fighting

This time it's the 30th anniversary of the Tim Burton/Micheal Keaton Batman movie, and The Guys take the opportunity to discuss an article hailing the multitude of ways this movie ushered in the age of superhero movies that followed.  

(That's a long bat-sentence, isn't it?) Even Robbie's Geek of the Week is batty.  Or is it Robbie that's batty? Listen to find out, and as always... if you love it, we'd love it if you'd bat-subscribe, bat-share, and bat-rate us with all 5 stars.  

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The cool storyboarded video from the Burton Batman movie that would ahem intrigued Robin. Starring Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill

From the page: The sequence introducing the Boy Wonder - ultimately cut before filming began - was taken from an early draft of the 1989 'Batman' movie, put together using original pre-production storyboards and voiced by B:TAS's Kevin Conroy (Batman) and Mark Hamill (the Joker).