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In this episode of the Geektown Behind The Scenes podcast, we're heading into the world of Gilead to explore the incredible sound design of The Handmaid’s Tale, now airing its sixth and final season on Channel 4 & Prime Video in the UK, and Hulu in the US.Host Dave Elliott is joined by David McCallum, supervising sound editor specialising in dialogue and ADR, and Brennan Mercer, sound designer and sound effects editor. Together, they reveal how the sound of The Handmaid’s Tale is crafted — from the oppressive quiet of Gilead to the chaos of refugee trains.We talk about:How ADR and sound effects shape character and emotionElisabeth Moss’s passion for sound as a directorCreating motifs like the "Gilead theme" with tape delayThe intense work behind the infamous “milk train” sceneWhy subtle sound design can be more powerful than big effectsWhether you're into sound design, filmmaking, or just love The Handmaid’s Tale, this is a fascinating deep dive into one of TV’s most uniquely crafted soundscapes.🔊 Listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe for more behind-the-scenes episodes!

🎬 TV, FILM & STREAMING[00:00:00] – Intro & Matt’s return [00:00:15] – Matt rewatched Friends: reflections, relationships & “don’t reboot it!” [00:05:02] – Big Bang Theory vs Friends: early impressions from a kitchen binge [00:14:10] – Dave finally goes back to the cinema – Marvel’s Thunderbolts [00:19:35] – Why is Marvel spoiling their own post-credit scenes? [00:24:51] – Welcome to Wrexham S4 begins: football ambition meets documentary gold [00:26:15] – Murderbot on Apple TV+: Soap-opera-loving cyborgs and sci-fi fun [00:28:59] – Doctor Who: Eurovision episode, surprise cameos & companion thoughts [00:34:10] – Is Ncuti Gatwa regenerating already? We speculate...🎮 GAMING[00:10:37] – Matt ranks and reviews all 15 Naughty Dog games [00:12:50] – Final Fantasy VII Rebirth: Chapter 12, cursed warehouses, and talking tigers [00:14:10] – When games drag: pacing issues, box puzzles & skipping side quests📰 NEWS[00:35:08] – TV News: Finales for 9-1-1 and Dr. Odyssey – what now? [00:37:40] – Sesame Street saved by Netflix after HBO Max bows out [00:39:45] – HBO Max becomes... HBO Max again. Warner Bros Discovery logic, folks [00:41:52] – Big Netflix renewals: Bridgerton S5–6, The Diplomat, Fallout S3 [00:43:56] – Patience, Bookish, LOL: Last One Laughing, Ellis & more [00:45:40] – Air date roundup: The Rookie, Ironheart, The Bear, Strange New Worlds, Alien: Earth [00:50:10] – Buffy reboot pilot casts Ryan Kiera Armstrong as the new Slayer [00:54:34] – Jessica Jones returns: Krysten Ritter joins Daredevil: Born Again [01:00:08] – SWAT gets a surprise spinoff series with Shemar Moore📅 NEXT WEEK'S PREMIERES[01:01:35] – The Chelsea Detective S3 – May 21 (U&Drama) [01:01:35] – Nine Perfect Strangers S2 – May 22 (Prime Video) [01:01:35] – Big Mouth Final Season – May 23 (Netflix) [01:01:35] – Clarkson’s Farm S4 – May 23 (Prime Video) [01:01:35] – Death Valley – May 25 (BBC One) [01:01:35] – Hudson & Rex S7 – May 25 (U&Alibi) [01:01:35] – Wild Cards – May 27 (Paramount+)🎤 Guest Info: Matt – Host of EntertainmentTalk.org Covers The Last of Us, gaming, TV, films & more. Follow on socials: @etalkuk / @entertainmenttalk📣 Find Geektown At: 🌐 Geektown.co.uk 🐦 Twitter/X: @Geektown 📸 Instagram & Threads: @GeektownUK 📺 YouTube: Geektown 📧 Email: podcast@geektown.co.uk

Hosted by: Dave ElliottCo-host: Gray PantonIn this packed episode of Geektown Radio, we dissect the carnage of US TV Bloodbath Week, chat about the best (and worst) of recent TV, discuss the surprise BAFTA wins and snubs, and Dave shares his hands-on experience with Apple’s ultra-premium Vision Pro headset.⏱️ Episode Timestamps:00:00 – Intro Welcome to Episode 460! Gray is back and we kick off with birthday catch-ups and life updates.03:10 – What We've Been Watching: TV Reviews & ReactionsPoker Face Season 2 (Sky/Now)YOU Season 5 (Netflix)I, Jack Wright (Now/Alibi)The Studio (Apple TV+)Black Mirror Season 7 (Netflix)Doctor Who (BBC/Disney+)Race Across the World (BBC)The Genius Game (ITV)MobLand (Sky)Grace & Beyond Paradise (ITV/BBC)Hacks, Tracker, Bosch, 9-1-1, Dr. Odyssey30:45 – BAFTA TV Awards 2024 RecapJessica Gunning’s sixth win for Baby ReindeerBlue Lights, Mr Loverman, Would I Lie to You?Danny Dyer wins for Mr Bigstuff?!Joe Lycett’s surprise victory over Ant & DecThe Traitors snub shock39:00 – Hands-On with Apple Vision Pro Dave visits the Apple Store and tries the £3.5k headset – here’s what works, what doesn’t, and whether it’s worth it.50:30 – US TV BLOODBATH WEEK: Cancellations, Renewals & Pickups (Network by Network)🔪 NBC axes Found, Suits: LA, The Irrational, Night Court, Lopez vs. Lopez✅ Dick Wolf shows (Chicago & Law & Order) safe📉 CBS cuts FBI: Most Wanted, FBI: International, The Equalizer🆕 Pickups: Tom Ellis’ CIA, Boston Blue, Einstein, 9-1-1: Nashville, Memory of a Killer, and more🎬 Fox renews Doc, Grimsburg, Going Dutch, cancels Rescue: HI-Surf🤔 ABC is the most stable – Grey’s Anatomy, Will Trent, The Rookie renewed; The Connors ends1:23:30 – TV Highlights for the Week AheadLove, Death & Robots S4 (Netflix) – May 15Murderbot (Apple TV+) – May 16Welcome to Wrexham S4 (Disney+) – May 16Code of Silence (ITV) – May 18The Bombing of Pan Am 103 (BBC One) – May 181:28:20 – Outro & Where to Find Us📌 Subscribe & FollowStay up to date by subscribing via your favourite podcast app or visiting Geektown.co.uk.📱 Follow us on social:Twitter/X: @geektownInstagram, Threads & TikTok: @geektownukFacebook: facebook.com/Geektown

To celebrate Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel joining ITVX in the UK, this week’s Geektown Behind The Scenes podcast features a very special guest — Spike himself, James Marsters!In this candid and wide-ranging interview, James reflects on the enduring legacy of Buffy, the emotional toll of playing Spike, and the joy of returning to the role for Audible’s Slayers. He also talks about the infamous musical episode, teases involvement in the Buffy reboot, and shares the story of how he almost joined Star Trek — until a case of fanboy nerves got in the way.Whether you're a longtime Buffy fan or just discovering it for the first time on ITVX, this is a must-listen.00:00 – Welcome & Introduction00:30 – Why Buffy Still Resonates Today02:00 – The Personal Toll of Writing Buffy03:15 – The Early Days: Getting Cast as Spike04:30 – From Temporary Villain to Series Icon06:00 – The Emotional Arc of Spike08:00 – The Accent Struggles09:00 – When Acting Gets Too Real10:00 – Favourite Episode: “The Body”11:00 – The Musical Episode: Once More, with Feeling13:00 – Returning for Slayers: A Buffyverse Story14:30 – Cast Highlights in Slayers15:30 – The New Buffy Reboot16:30 – The Message of Buffy Today17:30 – Dream Role: Star Trek19:00 – Wrapping Up

In this episode of Geektown Radio, host Dave and co-host Domingos discuss several recent releases, including 'Thunderbolts', where a group of mercenaries faces a conspiracy surrounding a superhuman program, and 'Another Simple Favor', a sequel to the 2018 film featuring Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively. They also review 'MobLand', a gritty British crime series starring Tom Hardy and Pierce Brosnan, and 'Havoc', an action-packed movie with Tom Hardy and Forest Whitaker. Additionally, Domingos covers 'Ash', a sci-fi horror film directed by Flying Lotus. Dave shares his recent viewing of the fifth season of 'Bosch' and provides an update on the final season of 'The Handmaid's Tale'. They also discuss the latest Star Wars animated series, 'Tales of the Underworld'. The episode concludes with discussions on recent TV renewals, cancellations, and upcoming releases.00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome00:15 Thunderbolts Movie Review04:36 A Simple Favour Sequel Discussion07:44 MobLand Series Overview13:41 Havoc Movie Breakdown16:45 Sinners Movie Praise18:51 Ash Sci-Fi Horror Review22:00 Bosch Binge-Watching Experience22:48 Handmaid's Tale Final Season24:54 Discussing 'Mob Land' and 'The Handmaid's Tale'26:05 Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld28:55 Doctor Who: Current Seasons and Rumours40:40 TV and Film News: Renewals, Cancellations, and Pickups51:58 Upcoming Shows and Highlights54:42 Closing Remarks and Where to Find Us

Host Dave is joined by Darryl for a packed episode covering the latest TV, movies, and entertainment news!In this episode:🕵️‍♂️ Glass Dome (Netflix) – Dark Swedish mystery❄️ North of North (Netflix) – Life, love, and blizzards in the Arctic🎮 Until Dawn – Big-screen horror with PS4 Easter eggs🎥 Cinemas Sinners – Epic sound design and action✈️ Fight or Flight (Sky) – Plane-set madness starring Josh Hartnett🛸 Doctor Who – Midnight sequel & big hints dropped🦅 Andor Season 2 – Thrilling rebel drama continues🎭 Étoile (Prime Video) – Ballet meets comedy🛡️ Captain America: Brave New World – Marvel's return to form🎤 Plus: Special mention of the Daredevil: Born Again production design interview!TV & Film News:📺 CBS cancellations & new pickups (CIA starring Tom Ellis!)🎬 Netflix renews Sweet Magnolias💔 Heartstopper ending with a movie🍏 New Apple TV series Prodigies announced🎭 Falling coming to Channel 4Coming up this week:Taskmaster Series 19Chicago Med, Fire & PD returnsHandmaid’s Tale Final SeasonStar Wars: Tales of the Empire (Disney+)🎧 Listen now at: Geektown.co.ukFollow us on socials: 📸 Instagram: @geektownuk 🐦 X/Twitter: @geektown 🎬 TikTok: @geektownuk 🌐 Website: Geektown.co.uk

In this episode, Dave engages in an enlightening conversation with Michael Shaw, the production designer responsible for designing the sets of the new 'Daredevil: Born Again' series. Michael shares their unconventional journey into the industry, starting as a painter and sculptor before transitioning to production design. They discuss the unique challenges and creative decisions behind designing the sets for Daredevil, emphasising the aim to blend homage to the past with new, grounded elements. The series was specifically shot in New York to capture its authentic energy, posing logistical challenges but enhancing the production value. The guest also delves into the intricate details of designing sets that reflect character narratives, including Matt Murdoch's visually immersive apartment and Wilson Fisk's uncomfortable new environments. They wrap up by sharing insights on other projects like 'Billions' and 'Orange Is the New Black,' their newfound appreciation for the superhero genre, and their current work on the upcoming second season of Daredevil.00:00 Introduction and Background00:20 Journey into Production Design01:57 Working on Daredevil05:39 Creating Authentic Sets07:31 Challenges and Inspirations13:14 Insights on Fight Sequences20:20 Other Notable Projects23:59 Current and Future Work24:22 Personal TV Preferences27:07 Dream Projects and Conclusion

In Episode 457 of Geektown Radio, host Dave and co-host Gray discuss their recent TV show binge-watching during the Easter break, including 'Grace,' 'Hacks,' 'The Last of Us,' and 'Doctor Who.' They delve into issues with streaming on Paramount Plus, Gray's struggles with 'Mob Land,' and a variety of shows like 'Black Mirror,' 'White Lotus,' and 'Mid-Century Modern.' The episode also covers news on TV renewals, cancellations, and new releases such as 'The Sandman,' 'Outlander Blood of My Blood,' and upcoming Chicago series. Additionally, they highlight major announcements from the Star Wars Celebration in Japan, including new films, series, and video games. The episode concludes with what to look forward to in TV next week.00:00 Introduction and Catching Up00:15 Gray's Recent Watches08:52 Dave's Viewing Experiences09:13 Black Mirror Deep Dive12:13 Light & Magic Documentary15:52 9-1-1 Shocking Twist20:45 Mid-Century Modern and Other Shows24:17 TV and Film News: Renewals, Cancellations, and Pickups27:13 The Sandman Season 2 and Other TV Updates28:44 Outlander Prequel and Chicago Series Air Dates33:30 Star Wars Celebration Announcements44:40 Upcoming TV Highlights47:50 Where to Find Us Online

In episode 456 of Geektown Radio, host Dave and co-host Matt discuss Bella Ramsey's performance in BBC's 'Time,' a prison drama focusing on themes of motherhood and parenting. They also delve into the penultimate episode of 'Daredevil: Born Again,' highlighting Vincent D'Onofrio's performance as Kingpin. The episode also covers 'Doctor Who's' second season with Ncuti Gatwa, the nuanced character dynamics, and the return of 'The Last of Us' for its second season. Additionally, they discuss renewals and cancellations, including 'Mythic Quest' and 'The Last of Us' season three. The show rounds off with upcoming highlights such as 'The Stolen Girl,' 'Leverage Redemption' season three, and 'Who Do You Think You Are?' season 22.00:00 Introduction and Catching Up00:21 Review of 'Time' with Bella Ramsey and Jodie Whittaker05:11 Daredevil: Born Again - A Deep Dive10:42 Doctor Who's New Season and Companion14:07 The Last of Us Season 2 Premiere19:26 Black Mirror's Return to Form23:08 Hacks Season 4 and Bosch25:39 TV and Film News: Renewals, Cancellations, and Pickups34:10 Future of 'The Last of Us' Series34:58 Mayfair Witches and Other Renewals35:26 UK Version of Saturday Night Live37:15 Welcome to Wrexham Season 437:53 Harry Potter TV Series Casting News45:47 US TV Show Renewals and Cancellations01:00:24 Upcoming Shows and Highlights01:02:16 Where to Find More Content