Geek Girl Soup

We’ll make ya famous. If you read that in Billy the Kid’s voice, you get a cookie. Who are we talking about this week? It’s squirrels? No, really. Actual squirrels. Gary of House Garage and other notable personalities like Scrat, Surly, and Rocky J Squirrel. What in the Animal Planet? It was National Squirrel Day. You had to be there. The girls also took a really deep dive into the latest happenings Beyond The Gates. Listen in for tv and movie recommendations and the latest news. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thomphason Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

This episode of Geek Girl Soup kicks off 2026 with Susan, Kelly, and Cort catching up on their holidays before diving deep into pop culture, award season, and a nostalgic “Party Like It’s 1976” theme. The hosts discuss the Stranger Things finale experience, family stories, and recent film and TV recommendations, including standout award contenders and series like His & Hers, Adolescence, and Train Dreams, while also critiquing disappointments. They break down Critics Choice Awards highlights, industry news (including new legacy awards and Ted Lasso’s return), and what’s coming soon to streaming. The main conversation covers 1976 films such as Logan’s Run, Carrie, Rocky, and The Man Who Fell to Earth, exploring their themes, legacy, and cultural relevance today. The episode wraps with thoughtful commentary on representation and storytelling and a preview of the next episode’s theme celebrating squirrels. Where to watch 2026 Award-Nominees https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XHtH5xjZ7kspJ_-4owZqEjLdwIM3mTWkLBCpYX-Wyeo/edit?usp=drivesdk ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

Joanne is back for season 3 of Hjem til Jul/Home for Christmas on Netflix! We were not happy about getting a third season, but we ended up enjoying it nonetheless. How can you not like a sweet, Norwegian Christmas romance starring Ida Elise Broch? ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

You know Frosty and Rudolph and Santa and Buddy, the Whos and the Grinch and Charlie Brown’s Christmas. But do you recall, our most favorite Christmas movie of all? Yipee-kay-yay, Geeks! ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

Jump left. Step right. Let’s do the time warp one more time. What’s your favorite midnight movie? Susan, Kelly, and Cort jump back in time to talk about cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show. The girls catch up on the latest scandals happening Beyond The Gates and other news. We have lots of recommendations for y’all, and we chat about what we’re looking forward to watching at home and in the cinema this week. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

What’s on your watchlist for Thanksgiving? Kelly’s back this week to discuss all the Thanksgiving things she, Susan, and Cort watched. Way fewer squirrels than Susan and Cort chased last week! We have lots of recommendations for y’all and chat about what we’re looking forward to watching at home and in the cinema this week. Happy Thanksgiving! We’re thankful for all y’all! ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

When Kelly’s on assignment, squirrels swarm the GGS environment. Susan and Cort take over this episode of Geek Girl Soup with Gary and his squirrel friends while Kelly is on assignment this week. The hosts dive into the latest entertainment news and have an extra-packed recommendations section before traveling Beyond the Gates for a super soapy discussion. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

In the latest episode of Geek Girl Soup, we celebrate Susan and her birthday twin, Demi Moore. What’s your favorite movie starring Demi? Highlights: AppleTV’s new series Pluribus, Landman on Paramount, and Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

In the latest episode of Geek Girl Soup, we’ve done what we can to help combat fake news. We watched a few biopics, fiction, docs, and talk shows that focus on good journalism and stopping the spread of misinformation. Highlights: The Daily Show, John Oliver, PBS, NPR, Shattered Glass, and The Panama Papers. Does it ever get better? ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

It’s Cort’s birthday week!! This week Cort, the horror genre queen, created a “choose your own monster” challenge for Kelly and Susan. Each host highlights a different monster ranging from classic favorites to modern blockbusters. What’s your monster of choice? ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

We really, REALLY like John Candy. This week Cort and Kelly jump headfirst into Colin Hanks’ recent documentary for the late actor: John Candy: I Like Me. The girls also unlock some core childhood memories and discuss some of their all-time favorite John Candy performances. Which film ranks as your favorite? Or were you more of a fan of his earlier sketch comedic work? Cort and Kelly also delve into recent entertainment news, AI’s evolution, and No Kings. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

It’s the 8th annual rewatch of HBO’s The Leftovers! This year, we’ve got something quite different for you. No recaps. No summaries. No favorite episodes. We discuss what songs the characters would “choose” for sad karaoke, who we’d like to see get a spinoff, and what one mystery we really want answered. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

Geeks, nerds, fangirls, and dorks assemble for our 700th episode!!! Have you seen Paul Thomas Anderson’s new film, “One Battle After Another”? For our last episode of season 14, we’re talking gaming, reboots, GGS Season One’s greatest hits, and, ummm, a few of Amelia’s favorite things. Cue the fireworks as Susan, Kelly, and Cort are joined by OG Geeks, Amelia and Chris, to discuss pop culture and entertainment news. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

Alien made it Earth — along with some other curious carnivorous creatures. The Geek Girls discuss season 1 of FX’s Alien: Earth. Wondering how this series fits into the Alien franchise timeline? The story takes place in 2120 — two years before the original Alien takes place and the same year that the Nostromo and Ripley, et al. launch into deep space. If you’re an Alien fan, you’ve got to watch this! ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

If you haven’t finished season 3 of Apple TV’s Foundation, stop now and go do that! There are six “oh, sh!t” moments you do not want to hear from us without seeing them for yourself first. And, if you haven’t been watching Foundation at all… dude. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

The girls are back this week digging into the latest entertainment news and chatting about current shows and movies. Susan and Cort may have found yet another new thing to love about K-Pop Demon Hunters. Which song from the movie fits your personality? Kelly is embracing her own inner horror fangirl as she jumps headlong into the Conjuring Universe. This week’s main conversations center on a spoiler-filled discussion of Spike Lee’s latest film, Highest 2 Lowest and a deep dive into the storied legacy of the Wayans family. The Soup crew discuss some of the careers launched from In Living Color and some of the show’s most memorable characters and moments. Did you know the story about the Wayans’ huge impact on the NFL and halftime show performances? Hit play and listen in as the girls hit on everything from sportsball to Akira Kurosawa. Spoiler-talk for Highest 2 Lowest runs from 33:58 to 46:00. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

Kelly makes an appearance to chat about entertainment news and recommendations (including Katrina: Come Hell and High Water, KPopped, and Hostage). Then Susan and Cort take over to catch up on Love Island. Find out what streaming shows have recently been renewed — and which two favorites have been canceled. (How dare they?!) And does the 40th anniversary of The Breakfast Club make you feel old?! ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

Susan and Cort discuss all-things KPop Demon Hunters! And don’t forget the sing-along version. Both on Netflix. Everyone has seen these, right? (Okay, not Kelly. But we’re working on her!) ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

Did you watch “Smoke” on AppleTV+? If you did… man, do we have a lot to talk about! If you didn’t… dude. Today we’re chatting about not only “Smoke,” but also “Nobody 2.” (Mirrors. Get it? If you’ve seen it, you get it!) Yes, we actually went to the cinema to catch a new film! ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

Susan and Cort dive into the Law & Order universe, connecting actors, episodes, and the wild web of Hollywood projects through their own version of Six Degrees of Separation. From surprise guest stars and missed casting opportunities to Netflix’s odd release models, and upcoming spinoffs, the Soup crew stir up plenty of TV and movie talk. Plus: recommendations you won’t want to miss, a little Beyond the Gates soapiness, and even some nostalgia for Melrose Place. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com