A human teacher and a five-legged spider alien walk into a solar crisis... Today we’re talking all things Project Hail Mary! From mind-bending physics and interstellar survival to one of the best sci-fi friendships in recent memory, we’re dissecting Andy Weir’s space epic. Amaze, amaze, amaze! Sponsor Shoutout: Whether you're braving deep space or just surviving the week, keep your beard looking legendary with Live Bearded! Use our link livebearded.com/2GEEKS (and code 2GEEKS at checkout) to save 15% on the best beard washes, oils, and balms around. Keep It Handsome!

It’s officially Rippaverse Day on 2 Geeks and a Microphone! Michael and Stephen are celebrating the independent comic juggernaut just because we can. We're kicking things off by highlighting our own recent purchases and sharing our personal hype for what's coming down the pipeline. Then, the main event: Rippaverse Creative Manager Andrew Rodriguez stops by the studio! We are talking all about the monumental news regarding the Hachette Book Group partnership and what it means for global retail. We also dig deep into the upcoming prelude and launch of Exclave, the Rippaverse’s very first major crossover event. Will the Devling King conquer the surface? Will we get Andrew to spill some secrets? Tune in to find out! 🧔 Support the Show! Want to keep your beard looking as legendary as a superhero comic?  Please request Rippaverse books at your local comic shop. https://rippaverse.com/sales/ Today's episode is proudly brought to you by Live Bearded. Click our custom link at https://livebearded.com/2GEEKS check out their premium beard oils, washes, and grooming gear, and a discount will be automatically applied to your entire order at checkout. Keep it handsome, brothers, and Do Good Things!

Grab your coffee and save it for the podcast! Today, we are reviewing the smash-hit American adaptation of I Will Find You on Netflix. If you haven't binged it yet, don't worry—we give plenty of warning before we dive into the deep end of the spoiler pool. We're also talking Geeky News, unpacking the industry uproar over Tilly Norwood, the digital "actress" who just landed her own feature film. 🧔 SUPPORT THE SHOW: Today's episode is proudly brought to you by our friends at Live Bearded! Whether you're hunting down comic back-issues, watching the latest Netflix thrillers, or stepping out to record an episode, you've got to keep your beard looking legendary. Do better for your beard and upgrade your grooming routine with their premium, all-natural oils, washes, and butters. Click our exclusive affiliate link to gear up, stay sharp, and support the pod: https://livebearded.com/2GEEKS

By the power of Grayskull! In this episode, we are jumping straight into the hot-off-the-presses Masters of the Universe (2026) live-action movie directed by Travis Knight! We give our full, unfiltered review and breakdown of Nicholas Galitzine’s take on Prince Adam/He-Man, Camila Mendes as Teela, and Idris Elba as Man-At-Arms. Plus, we HAVE to talk about Jared Leto’s wildly unhinged performance as Skeletor—does it capture the campy menace of the original franchise, or does it completely fly off the rails? 🧔 Support the Show & Guard Your Grayskull (And Your Beard!) Want a legendary beard fit for an Eternian warrior? This episode is proudly brought to you by Live Bearded—keeping your beard looking as sharp as the Power Sword itself. Check them out and support 2 Geeks and a Microphone by visiting our link: https://livebearded.com/2GEEKS

From Nerdery and Murdery to Epic Fantasy: Zig's 'Firesign' Grab your swords, shields, and a copy of the Pact of Ashes! This week, Stephen and I are thrilled to welcome our good friend Zig from the Nerdery and Murdery podcast to the studio. But we aren't talking true crime today—we are diving headfirst into epic high fantasy because Zig is officially a published novelist! We’re breaking down his brand-new book, Firesign: An Elvish War Chronicle (available right now on Amazon). Zig walks us through his massive world-building, the lore behind the Elves, Dwarves, and Orks, and what it took to take this epic tale from his brain to the page. Hit play and join the alliance—you won't want to miss it. Save it for the podcast! 🧔 This episode is proudly brought to you by Live Bearded! Whether you're recording in the studio or deep in the trenches of an Elvish war chronicle, you've got to keep that beard looking epic. Keep it clean, keep it soft, and look your absolute best with premium beard oils, washes, and waxes. Head over to LiveBearded.com and use our code at checkout to gear up and support the show! Do Better. Live Bearded. https://livebearded.com/2GEEKS.

This week on the show, we’re tackling Replicas (2019), starring the internet's favorite action hero, Keanu Reeves. Joining Stephen and me this week is Megan, adding her voice to the mix as we unpack the questionable science, the corporate conspiracies, and Keanu’s peak sci-fi decision-making. It’s a family affair discussing a movie about cloning a family. You can’t make this stuff up! Brought to you by our friends at Live Bearded. Keep it handsome, geeks! https://livebearded.com/2GEEKS

Eight million stories in the naked city, and we just finished the wildest one. The full crew—Mike, Stephen, and Megan—is back to break down the back half of Spider-Noir. We pull back the curtain on the overarching conspiracy, discuss how the season wraps up its biggest threats, and give our final ratings for the entire series. Brought to you by our affiliate partner Live Bearded—keeping your beard looking phenomenal through rain, snow, or gritty 1930s New York alleys. Click here to upgrade your beard game and support the channel: https://livebearded.com/2GEEKS

Grab your trench coat and fedora! This week, the full crew—Mike, Stephen, and Megan—are diving into the dark, rain-slicked streets of 1930s New York to review the first two episodes of Spider-Noir. We break down the gritty atmosphere, the hard-boiled detective vibes, and how this version of the web-slinger holds up. Is it a masterpiece of monochrome mystery, or should it be left in the shadows? Tune in to find out!This episode is proudly brought to you by Live Bearded—keeping your beard looking as sharp as a detective's wit. Check them out and support the show here:https://livebearded.com/2GEEKS.

Fire up the Razor Crest—or whatever ship Mando is borrowing these days! This Saturday, the geeks are tackling the next big theatrical leap for Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu. We’re talking story predictions, character returns, and whether Din Djarin can carry a blockbuster movie on his back. Before we get into the main event, our Geeky News segment features a special tribute to the late, great Tom Kane. From voicing Jedi Master Yoda to giving The Clone Wars its iconic intro narration, Tom was a massive part of our fandom, and we’re raising a glass to his incredible legacy. Today's episode is brought to you by our friends at The Bearded Company! Look, you can't comfortably fit a wild, unkempt beard under a Beskar helmet. If you want your beard looking less like a scruffy nerf-herder and more like a sharply groomed bounty hunter, you need their premium, all-natural beard oils and balms. They lock in moisture, stop the itch, and keep you looking choice. Hit the link below to upgrade your grooming routine today. This is the way! — https://ko-fi.com/2geeks

Join us on Creator’s Corner as we chat with Mark Dooley, creator of The Actual, Semi-True Adventures of Mark and Dee and Genesis of a Fanboy. Mark shares his journey from a comic-obsessed kid in the 1960s to an indie publisher with over a dozen books under his belt. We talk about the 1966 Batman craze, finding love in rural Indiana, and why you don’t need a cape to be a hero. It’s a heartfelt look at geek culture, resilience, and the power of autobiographical storytelling. This episode is brought to you by Live Bearded. Whether you're rocking a "Year One" stubble or a full-on wizard mane, Live Bearded has the premium oils, butters, and washes you need to keep your beard looking legendary. Do better for your beard and join the brotherhood today at LiveBearded.com. Check out Mark’s work at: deboss1.blogspot.com